The national camp is being conducted as the teams prepare for the Southeast Asian Cup 2026 in Malaysia and the Asia Pacific Lacrosse Sixes Championship 2026 in Sunshine Coast, Australia. Lacrosse, regarded as one of the fastest-growing team sports in the world, combines speed, strategy, athleticism and teamwork. With the Sixes format scheduled to feature at the Los Angeles Olympics 2028, nations across the globe are strengthening athlete development and international competition pathways. India’s recent performances at global events have accelerated the growth of the sport and opened new avenues for aspiring players.
A total of 63 athletes from across the country are participating in the camp. The contingent includes players from Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir, and Andhra Pradesh. The Men’s Team consists of 33 players, while the Women’s Team comprises 30 players, underlining the increasing reach and popularity of lacrosse in India.
The camp is being led by Ms. Yukari Yamamoto, an accomplished Japanese lacrosse player and coach who is serving as Head Coach of the Indian National Team Camp. Having represented Japan in international competitions and coached at major events including the Asian Lacrosse Games and the Lacrosse Federation Cup, she brings extensive international expertise to the development of the sport in India. The training programme is being conducted in collaboration with the Lacrosse Association of India and state lacrosse associations.
Ms. Yamamoto conducted specialised sessions for the Women’s Team, focusing on offensive skills, attacking strategies and match preparation. Simultaneously, the Men’s Team underwent intensive training aimed at improving one-on-one situations, decision-making abilities, agility and advanced match-play techniques to sharpen preparations for forthcoming international competitions.
Recognising the importance of mental conditioning in elite sports, organisers also conducted counselling and performance psychology sessions for athletes. The programme focused on mental well-being, confidence building, stress management, resilience and the development of a positive competitive mindset.
The camp follows a historic year for Indian lacrosse. Earlier in 2026, both the Indian Men’s and Women’s Teams captured Gold Medals at the Asian Lacrosse Games in Riyadh, a milestone achievement that strengthened India’s standing in international lacrosse and highlighted the sport’s growing presence in the country.
Hosting the National Coaching Camp further expands Galgotias University’s role in high-performance sports. The development comes shortly after athletes from the university delivered an impressive performance at the inaugural World Yogasana Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Students secured five Gold Medals while competing against participants from 79 countries. The championship featured 522 athletes from around the world, with India finishing at the top of the medal tally with 114 medals, including 102 gold medals. The achievement reinforced the institution’s growing contribution to Indian sports across emerging and traditional disciplines.
Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Chief Executive Officer of Galgotias University, said that it was an honour for the institution to host the Indian Lacrosse National Coaching Camp as the teams prepare for important international competitions. He stated that India’s recent success in lacrosse and the achievements of university students at the World Yogasana Championship demonstrated the immense potential of Indian athletes when provided with quality opportunities, coaching and support. He added that the university remains committed to fostering a culture where excellence in sports is promoted alongside academic and innovation-driven excellence.
By hosting the National Coaching Camp, Galgotias University continues to strengthen its contribution to Indian sports by providing athletes with world-class facilities, advanced training infrastructure and an environment designed to support excellence both on and off the field.
Galgotias University is among India’s leading multidisciplinary institutions, recognised for academic excellence, research, innovation, global collaborations and industry-oriented education. It has a student community exceeding 50,000 learners and a global alumni network of more than 100,000 graduates. The institution has built a rapidly expanding ecosystem focused on technology, entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary education and practical impact.
According to the QS World University Rankings 2027 by Quacquarelli Symonds, Galgotias University was placed in the 1201-1400 global band and ranked 16th among private universities and 46th among all universities in India. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, the university was positioned in the 1201-1500 global band and ranked 27th among private universities and 65th overall in the country. It also holds NAAC A+ accreditation, one of the highest quality ratings awarded to higher educational institutions in India.
The university offers programmes in engineering, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, business, law, media, design, health sciences, hospitality, liberal education and emerging interdisciplinary fields. In 2026, students secured more than 5,500 employment offers from over 1,250 recruiters. The institution has established strong industry and innovation partnerships with Apple, Infosys, Intel, Cisco, Tata Technologies, L&T EduTech, Capgemini and Salesforce, while continuing to expand its global academic engagement and startup ecosystem.
As India intensifies preparations for future international competitions and the Los Angeles Olympics 2028, the National Coaching Camp at Galgotias University represents a major milestone in the development of lacrosse, providing athletes with elite coaching, modern infrastructure and a platform to strengthen India’s ambitions on the world stage.
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