Nausheen Naz: From Vegetable Vendor's Daughter to Hockey Star
From vegetable vendor to top scorer: Nausheen Naz's inspiring rise
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Nausheen Naz, a 15-year-old striker from Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, emerged as the top scorer in the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women’s National Championship 2026 with nine goals. Overcoming financial hardships and social prejudices, her journey is driven by resilience and support from her family, particularly her mother.
- 01Nausheen Naz scored nine goals to become the top scorer in the national hockey championship.
- 02She faced financial challenges and social biases against girls in sports.
- 03Her mother played a crucial role in supporting her passion for hockey.
- 04Nausheen is currently training under former Indian Captain Rani Rampal.
- 05Her goal is to represent India and support her family financially.
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Nausheen Naz, a 15-year-old hockey striker from Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, has made headlines as the top scorer in the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women’s National Championship 2026, netting an impressive nine goals. Her journey to success is marked by resilience in the face of financial hardship and societal biases against girls in sports. Nausheen's passion for hockey ignited at the age of 10, inspired by her elder sister. Despite lacking proper equipment, she repaired a broken hockey stick to practice for a year before receiving a new one through a day-boarding program. Her family, particularly her mother, has been instrumental in her journey, encouraging her to pursue her dreams despite societal pressures. Currently attending the U-18 National Coaching Camp at SAI Bhopal, Nausheen trains under the guidance of former Indian Captain Rani Rampal, focusing on mastering her skills. With aspirations to represent India in the U18 Asia Cup Kakamigahara 2026, she aims to support her family and prove that determination can overcome any obstacle.
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Nausheen's success story can inspire other young athletes, particularly girls, in her community to pursue sports despite challenges.
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