New Delhi, Oct 3 (UNI) India A Women’s Hockey Team is all set to embark on an important tour of China, where the team will play a five-match series against Liaoning from October 13 to 21. All the matches will take place at the Liaoning Sports Centre in Dalian and is an important step for the next generation of Indian women’s hockey talent to gain valuable international exposure and competitive match experience. The India A Women’s squad for the tour has been selected to showcase a blend of some experienced players and promising young players, many of whom have earned recognition at the national level recently. The squad will be coached by Dave Smolenaars, the analytical coach of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team, who will lend his vast experience with tactical innovation and player development to this tour. I’m confident that with their determination and teamwork, this group will make the most of this wonderful opportunity.”“is crucial for the development of Indian women’s hockey that players are consistently challenged and given opportunities to compete outside their comfort zone.