Using time to introspect on my game: women's hockey forward Udita

Indian women's hockey team forward Udita is utilising the coronavirus-forced break to introspect on her game and identify the areas that require improvement.

The COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to over 2.8 lakh deaths globally, triggered a collapse of sporting events worldwide and the 22-year-old said the time off gave her the opportunity to analyse footage of her previous games.

"I am watching a lot of footage of my previous games during the lockdown period and noting down some key things that I need to improve once we get back on the pitch. Hopefully, I will improve my skills quickly and become a much better player," Udita said.

The young forward from Haryana said she has learnt a lot playing alongside senior players like Rani and Vandana Katariya.

"It has been a wonderful journey with the Indian team. I idolise Rani and Vandana, and I have learned a lot from them. They are very experienced players and have always supported me during my time with the team.

"I am very lucky to have seniors like them. I keep a close eye on how they practice and strategize before matches."
"I am in the Indian Women's Hockey Team only because of her. She is my friend as well. I have no words to describe how special my mother is for me."