Kalinga Lancers extend unbeaten streak

“Penalty corners are always a crucial part of modern hockey and they often decide games. But it is never just about the drag flick. The team does a lot of work to earn those fouls in the circle and then everything has to come together. The injection, the stop, the execution and the follow-up around the circle are all equally important. When all those pieces come together, it gives us a good chance to score.”

“The key to our composure is the energy we put in as a group. The forwards are working hard to track back, players are putting their bodies on the line and communication is constant so we can manage threats together. We are improving game by game, especially in defence, and having someone like Krishan Pathak behind us gives the whole team confidence.”

“There was no pressure playing at home, if anything it was a boost. The crowd was brilliant and got right behind us. We just wanted to play good hockey and put on a show for them. We know we are in a good position, but we do not take any wins lightly. Every team in this league is strong, so we take it one game at a time and keep pushing.”

“It is always nice to get on the scoresheet, but the main focus for us was creating better field goal opportunities and doing the unselfish things. Both goals came from really good team moves and I just happened to be on the end of them. A lot of credit goes to the players around me for creating those chances.”