Coaches take stock as India betters its FIH Pro League show from previous season

The recent FIH Pro League marked the beginning of Indian hockey’s international assignments in 2025. Coming just a fortnight after the revived Hockey India League, the Bhubaneswar leg of the competition was expected to be a testing ground for the year ahead and the results, while encouraging, also highlighted areas that still need work for … Read more

Women’s Hockey India League Review: A success story, some challenges and the road ahead

The inaugural edition of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL-W) can be best compared to that one terrifying ride at a theme park. You break out in a cold sweat and call out to all your gods the moment you are strapped in, but once it winds up, you’re somehow left craving for more. The … Read more

Odisha Warriors wins first-ever Women’s Hockey India League title

Odisha Warriors’ Rutuja Pisal (45) celebrates after scoring her side’s opening goal against Soorma Hockey Club in the Women’s Hockey India League final at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Stadium in Ranchi on Sunday. | Photo Credit: Women’s Hockey India League Odisha Warriors’ Rutuja Pisal (45) celebrates after scoring her side’s opening goal against Soorma … Read more

Women’s HIL will provide financial stability to junior players and attract youth to hockey: Savita Punia

Hoping to continue playing till the Los Angeles Olympics 2028, India’s seasoned goalkeeper Savita Punia feels the introduction of Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) will provide financial stability, especially to junior players and attract more youngsters to the sport. The inaugural edition of the league will be held from January 12-26. “Every player wants financial … Read more