For Sakshi, who made a memorable senior debut last year by scoring a goal against Spain, the camp is an invaluable environment for daily growth and physical conditioning.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWhatever things we are lacking in, they are making us work on that day by day,\u201d Sakshi shared regarding the camp's productive atmosphere. \u201cWayne sir is doing a great job focusing on how much strength and fitness is needed, and teaching us the importance of recovery. As for the structure, they are explaining everything slowly and clearly. The senior players are also constantly pushing us juniors to give our absolute best.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Playing in the midfield early in her career, Sakshi\u2019s naturally fast, attacking style of play was initially developed at the Pritam Siwach Academy in Sonipat under coach Kuldeep. Now, in the senior setup, the coaching staff is helping her balance that natural speed with tactical awareness.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIn our one-on-one meetings, the coach told me to keep doing what I am doing, but highlighted the need to improve my pre-scanning and on-field communication since I play in the center,\u201d Sakshi explained. \u201cIn team meetings, we are focusing heavily on structure\u2014how to hold the ball and knowing when to pass instead of dodging, because at the international level, the pressure comes very quickly.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Her preparation has also benefited immensely from her recent stint in the Hockey India League. Competing with top international talent provided her with crucial exposure and a better understanding of high-level match preparation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAfter playing in the Hero HIL, a lot of confidence came in terms of communication,\u201d she noted. \u201cWatching foreign players like Yibbi Jansen play in the center also taught me a lot about how to approach the game.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While her immediate focus is on absorbing everything she can at the camp, the team is simultaneously building up toward the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana scheduled from March 8 to 14. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Taking inspiration from senior teammates like Neha Goyal, Sakshi is simply keeping her head down and working hard so she is ready if the opportunity arises.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While her immediate focus is on absorbing everything she can at the camp, the team is simultaneously building up toward the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana scheduled from March 8 to 14. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
India's FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana, matches will begin on March 8 against Uruguay, followed by a game with Scotland on March 9, and will conclude with their final match versus Wales on March 11.<\/p>\r\n\r\n