\u201cIn today\u2019s hockey, attacking alone is not enough. As a striker, defensive skills are also very important. I am focusing on tackling and applying pressure without the ball, because winning the ball back is a big advantage for the team,\u201d she opined.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While highlighting her personal focus, Navneet reiterated that the team\u2019s primary objective remains qualification for the 2026 Women\u2019s FIH Hockey World Cup. \u201cOur goal is very clear. We want to qualify for the World Cup and give our best performance in the qualifiers,\u201d she remarked.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The camp, which forms a key part of India\u2019s build-up to the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup Qualifier Hyderabad Telangana 2026, is scheduled to be held in Hyderabad from March 8 to 14. The top three teams from the tournament will secure qualification for the 2026 Women\u2019s FIH Hockey World Cup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking about the camp environment, Navneet remarked, \u201cThe camp is going well. We have a new coach and a strong core group, and the quality of training has been very good. Everyone is focused, and we are preparing well for the upcoming competition.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Navneet further spoke about working under newly appointed Head Coach Sjoerd Marijne, highlighting the clarity he has brought to the group.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe has a very direct way of communicating. He tells us clearly what he expects from us, what we need to improve, and what kind of performance he wants on the pitch. There is no confusion, and that helps us work better as a team,\u201d she remarked.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With several senior players having previously worked with Marijne, Navneet opined that the familiarity has helped the squad settle quickly. \u201cHe understands how Indian players play, and we also know what he expects from us. That mutual understanding helps us move forward faster as a team,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe has a very direct way of communicating. He tells us clearly what he expects from us, what we need to improve, and what kind of performance he wants on the pitch. There is no confusion, and that helps us work better as a team,\u201d she remarked.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She added that the mindset within the group has evolved significantly. \u201cThere is a very positive mindset in the camp. Players want to try new things. Even if something does not work immediately, we continue to push ourselves and keep learning,\u201d Navneet remarked.<\/p>\r\n\r\n