Hospitalised Sri Shan worries for ill teammate Brian
KUALA LUMPUR: Hockey legend Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan may be battling heart problems of his own, but his thoughts remain with his former teammate Brian Sta Maria, who is also facing health difficulties.
Sri Shanmuganathan, a 78-year-old former Sri Lanka hockey captain, is currently hospitalized after suffering a mild stroke. He was admitted to the National Heart Institute for an angiogram to assess his heart health. Despite his own medical issues, Sri Shan remains worried about his teammate Brian Sta Maria, who is also facing health challenges.
Brian, a member of the Malaysian squad that finished fourth at the 1975 World Cup, is also hospitalized and is set to undergo an angiogram on Friday. Sri Shan attempted to help with Brian's accommodation arrangements but was unsuccessful. The National Athletes Welfare Foundation (Yakeb) chairman, Datuk Ahmad Shapawi Ismail, visited Sri Shan and provided financial assistance.
Sri Shan called for greater support for former athletes, particularly Olympians, suggesting the establishment of a special medical scheme and pension fund.
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