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Sandeepa Kumari: 15-Day Training Blitz Powers Jharkhand's Hockey National Title

Hockey Jharkhand clinched their third straight Sub Junior Women's National Championship title by defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1 in the final. Star performer Sandeepa Kumari, the team's top scorer with five goals, credited the victory to 15 days of continuous, focused training with a clear champion's mindset. She highlighted the tournament's importance as a key platform for young players, supported by the Anandana Foundation. Sandeepa also shared how advice from her sister, national team forward Sangita Kumari, to play with heart and trust her abilities was crucial to her success.

Key Points: Jharkhand Wins Sub Jr Women's Hockey National Title | Sandeepa Kumari

  • Third consecutive national title
  • 15 days of continuous training
  • Sandeepa top scorer with 5 goals
  • Inspired by sister Sangita Kumari
  • Platform for young talent
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'We trained continuously for 15 days...': Sandeepa reflects on Jharkhand's Sub Jr Women's National title

Sandeepa Kumari reveals 15 days of non-stop training led Hockey Jharkhand to their 3rd consecutive Sub Junior Women's National Championship victory.

"We trained continuously for 15 days leading up to the tournament. - Sandeepa Kumari"

Rajgir, April 13

After Hockey Jharkhand secured their third consecutive title at the Sub Junior Women's National Championship after defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1 in the final, Sandeepa Kumari, who emerged as one of the top performers for Jharkhand, reflected on the team's outing and revealed that they trained continuously for 15 days leading up to the tournament.

Sandeepa, who finished as the side's top scorer with five goals throughout the campaign, was inspired to take up the sport in 2021 by her sister and women's team forward Sangita Kumari.

Speaking on the advice from her sister, Sandeepa said, "Before the match, she told me to play with my heart, stay focused throughout, and trust my abilities. She always reminds me to back my skills, stay confident in pressure situations and look to make an impact by scoring goals for the team."

Highlighting the importance of the tournament, which is supported by Anandana, the Coca-Cola India Foundation, Sandeepa added, "The competition is a very important platform for young players like us. It gives us the opportunity to showcase our talent and grow in the sport. I would like to thank the Anandana Foundation for its continued support of women's hockey, which motivates players like us to perform and aim higher."

Reflecting on the team's preparation and determination, Sandeepa said, "We trained continuously for 15 days leading up to the tournament. Our mindset was clear that we wanted to become champions again, and we gave it everything we had."

On her own performance, she added, "I have been working very hard on my scoring and converting chances. It's something I have focused on with my coach, and in the matches I was able to execute what I've been practicing."

Speaking about the final, she said, "We played with great intensity. Even after conceding, we didn't lose belief and kept pushing until the end to get the win."

- IANS

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Rohit P
Three consecutive titles! That's dominance. The 15-day training camp shows their dedication. Hope the state government and SAI provide them with even better facilities now. They deserve it.
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Aman W
It's good to see corporate foundations like Anandana supporting women's sports. We need more such initiatives to build a strong pipeline of talent. Sandeepa's focus on converting chances is what separates good players from great ones.
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Sarah B
As someone new to following hockey in India, stories like this are fantastic. The sisterly advice to "play with my heart" is so powerful. Congratulations to the entire team!
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Vikram M
While the win is commendable, I hope the focus on continuous training for 15 days doesn't lead to burnout in these young athletes. Rest and recovery are just as important as practice. The system needs to look after their long-term health.
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Kriti O
Jharkhand has become a real powerhouse in hockey! From the senior team to these sub-juniors, the talent is incredible. Sandeepa's journey, inspired by her sister, is the kind of story that will motivate countless other girls in small towns. Bahut badhiya!

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