NET Web DeskImphal, August 6: Manipur’s Khaidem Shileima Chanu has been named captain of the Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team for the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in Moqi, China, from August 30 to September 13. Hockey India on Thursday announced the 18-member squad, along with two alternate players, for the continental tournament. Midfielder Shileima Chanu will lead the side, which has been training under newly appointed head coach Tim White. Expressing confidence in the squad, White said the players had earned their places through dedication and consistent improvement. The AHF Junior Asia Cup will bring together Asia’s top junior women’s teams, with the tournament schedule and pool allocations to be announced later.