Goan Hockey Edges Past J&K in Thrilling Opener
Goans Hockey secured a narrow but exciting 2-1 victory over Jammu & Kashmir in the first Division ‘C’ match of the day. The match, played on August 1, 2025, saw a closely fought contest between the two teams.
Prachi Parshuram Yadav opened the scoring for Goans Hockey in the 16th minute, followed by a goal from Rubi Rathore just three minutes later. This gave Goans a comfortable lead going into the second half.
Jammu & Kashmir fought back valiantly in the second half, with Anjali pulling one back in the 34th minute. However, despite their efforts, they were unable to find the equaliser.
The win marks a strong start for Goans Hockey in the tournament. This victory underscores the rising competitiveness in women’s hockey across the country, and highlights the need for continued investment in grassroots development.
