New Delhi, Feb. 4 -- Indian Women's Hockey Team Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne, who returned to the women's programme in December 2025 after a four-year hiatus, has underlined that his immediate focus is well defined. With an eye on the major assignments in the Los Angeles Olympic cycle, the Dutchman has emphasised the importance of building strong team chemistry while also raising fitness standards across the squad.
"Our 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," Marijne told SAI. "From there on, we can work on all the other things like techniques."The women's team has their eyes firm on the FIH Women's World Cup Qualifier in ...