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Hockey India Names 31 Players for Senior Women's Camp Ahead of Key Tournaments

Hockey India announced a 31-member Senior Women's National Coaching Camp from May 11-20, 2026, in New Delhi. The camp prepares the team for an exposure tour to Australia and the FIH Nations Cup in Auckland. Key tournaments include the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup 2026 and the Asian Games in Japan. Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasized fitness and tactical improvements as the team's focus.

Key Points: Hockey India Senior Women's Camp 2026: 31 Players Named

  • 31-player camp from May 11-20, 2026, in New Delhi
  • Team to tour Australia ahead of FIH Nations Cup in Auckland
  • Focus on fitness and tactics for World Cup and Asian Games
  • Winner of Nations Cup gets direct Pro League qualification
  • Savita, Salima Tete, and Navneet Kaur among key players
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Hockey India announces 31-member Senior Women's National coaching camp

Hockey India announces a 31-member Senior Women's National Coaching Camp from May 11-20, 2026, preparing for the FIH Nations Cup, World Cup, and Asian Games.

"This will be a short camp ahead of our upcoming tour to Australia. The integral focus of the camp will be on the fitness aspects of the game... - Sjoerd Marijne"

New Delhi, May 10

Hockey India announced the Senior Women's National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held from 11th to 20th May 2026.

The preparatory camp is important as the team will travel to Australia for an exposure tour ahead of the FIH Nations Cup, which will take place in Auckland, New Zealand, from 15th to 21st June.

This is an important camp for the women's team as it will provide them with an opportunity to assess their strengths ahead of key fixtures later this year, including the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands from 15th to 30th August, and the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Japan from 19th September to 4th October 2026.

The camp also holds added significance as the winner of the FIH Nations Cup will earn direct qualification for the 2026-27 FIH Hockey Pro League. Furthermore, the winner of the 2026-27 FIH Hockey Pro League will secure direct qualification for the LA 2028 Olympics.

The upcoming camp will feature the same set of 31 players who were part of the previous national camp held in April under Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne. It will serve as another important phase in the team's build-up, with the focus expected to remain on strengthening combinations, improving fitness levels, and sharpening tactical aspects of the game.

The squad for the Senior Women's National Coaching Camp will comprise experienced campaigners and promising talents across all positions. The goalkeeping department will include Savita, Madhuri Kindo, Bansari Solanki, and Bichu Devi Kharibam, the recipient of the Hockey India Baljit Singh Award at the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025. Meanwhile, Nikki Pradhan, Udita, Ishika Chaudhary, Jyoti Singh, Lalthantluangi, Jyoti, and Shilpi Dabas will add a blend of defensive solidity and experience to the defensive line.

Captain Salima Tete, alongside Sushila Chanu, Manisha Chauhan, Vaishnavi Phalke, Neha, Sakshi Rana, Sunelita Toppo, and Ishika, will occupy the midfield, offering versatility and control in the middle of the pitch. The forward line will comprise Navneet Kaur, Deepika, Lalremsiami, Mumtaz Khan, Deepika Soreng, Rutaja Dadaso Pisal, Baljeet Kaur, Annu, Beauty Dungdung, Hina Bano, Sonam, and Sangita Kumari, offering a blend of seasoned attackers along with youthful exuberance.

Sharing his thoughts on the upcoming camp, Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne said, "This will be a short camp ahead of our upcoming tour to Australia. The integral focus of the camp will be on the fitness aspects of the game and improving in those areas. We want to be consistent in this regard and take the next step as a team."

Indian Women's Hockey Team's 31-member Senior National Coaching Camp:

Goalkeeper:

1. Savita

2. Madhuri Kindo

3. Bichu Devi Kharibam

4. Bansari Solanki

Defenders:

5. Nikki Pradhan

6. Ishika Chaudhary

7. Jyoti Singh

8. Lalthantluangi

9. Jyoti

10. Udita

11. Shilpi Dabas

Midfielders:

12. Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam

13. Manisha Chauhan

14. Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke

15. Sakshi Rana

16. Sunelita Toppo

17. Salima Tete

18. Neha

19. Ishika

Forwards:

20. Deepika Soreng

21. Rutaja Dadaso Pisal

22. Baljeet Kaur

23. Navneet Kaur

24. Deepika

25. Annu

26. Beauty Dungdung

27. Hina Bano

28. Sonam

29. Lalremsiami

30. Mumtaz Khan

31. Sangita Kumari

- IANS

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Priya S
The squad looks balanced but I hope the management gives more game time to the bench strength. Last time during the Asian Games, we saw some players not getting enough minutes despite being in camp for months. Consistency is key! 🏑
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Karan T
Salima Tete as captain is a great choice. She's been consistent and leads by example. The midfield looks strong with her, Sushila Chanu, and Manisha Chauhan. Just hope the forward line can convert more penalty corners this time. 🙏
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Rahul R
Good to see Savita still there. She's been a wall for Indian hockey. But I'm also curious about Bichu Devi Kharibam—she won the Baljit Singh award, so she must be something special. The goalkeeping department is in safe hands!
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Neha E
The camp is only 10 days—hope that's enough. The coach said focus is on fitness, which is good, but I hope tactical work is also done. We often see our players tiring in the third quarter against top teams. That needs fixing.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows women's hockey closely, I think the selection is smart. But I wonder if Hockey India is doing enough to promote the sport at grassroots in smaller towns. Many of these players come from humble backgrounds—that's the real story. Salute to their journey! 👏

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