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Sjoerd Marijne Officially Returns to Lead India Women’s Hockey Team

His first assignment is March’s World Cup qualifying tournament, following a Jan. 19 camp in Bengaluru.

Overview

  • Marijne formally linked up with the squad on Jan. 14, with Hockey India welcoming him on arrival in New Delhi.
  • He succeeds Harendra Singh, who resigned in December after a run of poor results.
  • The 51-year-old will be supported by analytical coach Matias Vila in the rebuilt backroom staff.
  • The national camp begins Jan. 19 at the Sports Authority of India facility in Bengaluru to shape preparations.
  • The Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad from March 8–14 mark his first major test back in charge.