Overview

• Fitness has become the cornerstone of the Indian women’s hockey team’s strategy, with an average yo-yo test score of 19.4 reported by captain Salima Tete.
• Head coach Harendra Singh, appointed in April 2024, emphasizes fitness, strength, and speed to elevate the team’s global competitiveness.
• The team recently concluded a three-match exposure series in Australia, losing 1-2 but gaining valuable insights to improve performance.
• Finishing deficiencies identified during the Australia tour are being actively addressed in preparation for the European leg of the FIH Pro League starting June 7.
• Players like Sunelita Toppo, Navneet Kaur, Lalremsiami, and Sharmila have shown significant speed improvements, reflecting the success of the fitness-focused approach.