Former Indian hockey captain Rani Rampal, now a coach, believes that the women's U-18 team, which recently secured a bronze medal at the Asia Cup in Japan, could form the backbone of future Olympic squads for the 2032 and 2036 Games. Under her guidance, the team displayed remarkable talent, scoring a total of 36 goals throughout the tournament, with striker Nousheen Naz leading as the top scorer with 12 goals. Rampal noted that many players are still very young, with some only 14 and 15 years old, and stressed the importance of learning from their experiences, especially in high-pressure situations. Captain Sweety Kujur shared her mixed feelings about the bronze medal, acknowledging the team's potential but also the lessons learned from their semifinal loss. Nousheen expressed her gratitude towards Rampal for her support and set her sights on future competitions, aiming to earn medals at junior and senior levels. Rampal is focused on her coaching journey, hoping to see India achieve Olympic success.