A daughter from the border district of Poonch has carried her sporting journey from the hockey field to the international lacrosse arena, earning recognition for both Jammu & Kashmir and India. Abhilove Kour, who represented Jammu & Kashmir in hockey for nearly a decade, took on a new challenge by switching to lacrosse and went on to secure a place in the Indian women’s team. Her transition from hockey to lacrosse was filled with challenges, hard work and determination. While medals and certificates reflect the success visible to the world, Abhilove says the struggle behind those achievements is known best to her and her family. Her decision to explore lacrosse alongside hockey opened a new chapter in her sporting career. Through dedication and smart work, she established herself in the national team and represented India on the international stage. Abhilove’s achievements include a gold medal at the Asian Lacrosse Games in Riyadh and a bronze medal at the Southeast Asian Cup in Kuala Lumpur. These accomplishments have brought international recognition to her journey from Poonch. Her story is a powerful example of how perseverance can transform challenges into opportunities. From representing J&K on the hockey field to winning medals for India in lacrosse, Abhilove Kour has shown that success becomes even more meaningful when it follows years of struggle and determination.
