Chandigarh, Mizoram, MP, Haryana Secure Wins on Day Four of Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship
Secunderabad (Telangana), November 30, 2024: The fourth day of the 14th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2024, held at the South Central Railways Sports Complex, witnessed thrilling encounters as Hockey Chandigarh, Hockey Mizoram, Hockey Madhya Pradesh, and Hockey Haryana clinched impressive victories in their respective pool matches.
Match Highlights
The day opened with a nail-biting Pool E clash between Hockey Chandigarh and Kerala Hockey. Chandigarh edged past Kerala 3-2, with Tamanna scoring the decisive goal in the 60th minute. Earlier, Simran (44′) and Annu (56′) contributed to Chandigarh’s tally, while Dipanjali Tirkey (42′) and Parameswari Pinapothula (48′) scored for Kerala.
In another Pool E fixture, Hockey Mizoram showcased exceptional dominance, defeating Hockey Arunachal 11-0. Mizoram’s captain, Laltlanchhungi, led the charge with four goals (18′, 30′, 44′, 55′), supported by a formidable performance from Vanlalrinhlui, who netted a hat trick (1′, 52′, 58′).
Pool F saw a defensive stalemate between Hockey Delhi and Hockey Bihar, ending in a goalless draw.
In Pool H, Hockey Madhya Pradesh overpowered Hockey Andhra Pradesh with an emphatic 11-1 victory. Madhya Pradesh’s captain, Krishna Sharma (30′, 53′), and Parmar Ronak (4′, 60′) led the scoring with two goals each. Andhra Pradesh captain Kuppa Tulasi (22′) managed to score a consolation goal for her side.
Hockey Haryana delivered a commanding performance in Pool A, defeating Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Hockey 9-1. Haryana’s captain, Supriya, shone with a brace (4′, 13′), alongside Anjani (20′, 22′) and Diya (34′, 48′). Rashi Singh (30′) scored the sole goal for Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
Finally, in a closely contested Pool G match, Hockey Maharashtra and Hockey Punjab ended with a 2-2 draw. Goals from Sanna (12′) and Maskeenpreet Kaur (48′) kept Punjab ahead until Maharashtra equalized with strikes from Gunjan Baviskar (29′) and Anvi Rawat (49′).
Looking Ahead
With teams pushing for a strong finish in their respective pools, the competition continues to intensify. The fifth day promises more high-octane action as young hockey stars vie for glory at the national stage.
