\u201cOur first priority right now is fitness, which is a very important aspect for us. Alongside that, the focus is on coming together and functioning as a strong unit. From there on, we can work on all the other things like techniques,\u201d Marijne told SAI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The women\u2019s team is focused on the FIH Women\u2019s World Cup Qualifier in Hyderabad from March 8\u201314, as well as the Asian Games 2026 and other major events in the upcoming LA 2028 Olympic cycle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Marijne, who led the Indian women\u2019s team to a historic fourth-place finish at Tokyo 2020 Olympics, quickly assumed leadership of the current national coaching camp at the Sports Authority of India\u2019s regional centre in Bengaluru. The camp runs until February 18 and initially included 49 players, 43 seniors and six juniors, before being reduced to 29 after selection trials by Hockey India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The women\u2019s team is focused on the FIH Women\u2019s World Cup Qualifier in Hyderabad from March 8\u201314, as well as the Asian Games 2026 and other major events in the upcoming LA 2028 Olympic cycle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cRight now, the most important thing is managing the players\u2019 bodies and overall fitness. The tactical framework is already clear, and that is not what will make the difference at this stage. We are working together towards a common goal, and that is precisely why I decided to return,\u201d he added to SAI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n