Hockey India Launches Senior Women's National Coaching Camp Ahead of Key Tournaments
Hockey India announces senior women's national coaching camp
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Hockey India has announced a Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp from May 11 to 20 in New Delhi. The camp is crucial for the team as they prepare for an exposure tour to Australia and the FIH Nations Cup in Auckland, New Zealand, scheduled for June 15-21.
- 01The coaching camp runs from May 11 to 20, 2023.
- 02The team will travel to Australia for an exposure tour before the FIH Nations Cup.
- 03The FIH Nations Cup winner will qualify for the 2026-27 FIH Hockey Pro League.
- 04The camp features 31 players, including experienced athletes and promising talents.
- 05Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes fitness and tactical improvement.
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Hockey India has scheduled a Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp from May 11 to 20, 2023, in New Delhi, as part of the team’s preparations for upcoming competitions. The camp is essential for the team, which will embark on an exposure tour to Australia before participating in the FIH Nations Cup in Auckland, New Zealand, from June 15 to 21. This tournament is particularly significant as the winner will earn direct qualification for the 2026-27 FIH Hockey Pro League, which in turn offers a pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The camp will include the same 31 players who participated in the previous national camp, focusing on enhancing fitness, tactical skills, and team combinations. The squad features notable players across all positions, including goalkeepers Savita and Bichu Devi Kharibam, and captain Salima Tete in midfield. Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne highlighted the importance of fitness and consistency as the team aims to improve ahead of crucial fixtures, including the 2026 FIH Women’s World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands in August.
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The camp will help the Indian women's hockey team improve their performance, which could enhance their chances in international tournaments.
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