The United States Women’s National Hockey Team opened its campaign in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup with a 3‑2 defeat to India on Saturday.
India struck three times from penalty corners, while the Americans answered early with goals from Ashley Sessa and Maddie Zimmer, putting the USA ahead in the first half.
Missed Opportunities and a Late Surge
Despite a flurry of chances in the final minutes, the USA could not find the back of the net, leaving the match level at 2‑2 before India’s decisive strike in the closing stages.
The team will next face Uruguay on June 15, a fixture that could determine their path through the tournament.
Coach Passmore’s Assessment
Head Coach David Passmore expressed disappointment at the loss but highlighted the squad’s strong start and the need to regroup before the Uruguay clash, recalling a narrow 2‑1 shootout defeat to India earlier in the 2023‑24 Pro League.