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.