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Harendra quits as India women’s team head coach
Hindustan Times Chandigarh
|December 02, 2025
After being in-charge of the Indian women’s hockey team for 20 months, Harendra Singh took a sudden decision on Monday to step down as chief coach citing personal reasons.
“Coaching the Indian women’s hockey team has been a privilege that has been a highlight of my career,” Harendra said. “Though personal reasons call me to step away, my heart remains with this extraordinary team and their ongoing success. Twill always cherish my journey with Hockey India (HI) and continue to support their efforts to take Indian hockey to the highest levels of achievement.”
The 56-year-old took over the team at a crucial juncture, following the resignation of his predecessor Janneke Schopman after India failed to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Harendra took over the Indian team midway through the 2023-24 Pro League season with the Salima Tete-led side losing all eight away matches in May-June 2024.
This story is from the December 02, 2025 edition of Hindustan Times Chandigarh.
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