Haryana clinches title at 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026

Haryana's junior women's hockey side lifted the trophy at the 16th edition of the Hockey India Junior Women National Championship held in 2026. The team displayed consistent performance throughout the tournament, culminating in a decisive victory in the final match. Their triumph marks the first time the Haryana contingent has claimed the national junior women's title. The win is expected to boost the state's grassroots hockey programs and inspire a new generation of female athletes. Hockey India praised the quality of play and highlighted the tournament's role in identifying talent for future senior national squads.