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Navneet Kaur Says Forwards Must Defend as India Gears Up for World Cup Qualifier

She credits new coach Sjoerd Marijne’s clear instructions for speeding the team’s adjustments.

Overview

  • The national camp is underway ahead of the FIH Women’s World Cup Qualifier in Hyderabad from March 8 to 14.
  • Kaur says modern strikers are expected to press and tackle to win back possession, not only attack.
  • She describes Marijne’s communication as direct and unambiguous, which she says removes confusion in roles.
  • The Hyderabad event will award three berths for the 2026 Women’s World Cup in the Netherlands.
  • Fresh off leading SG Pipers to the Hero Hockey India League title, Kaur says league exposure has lifted younger players’ confidence.