South Africa has unveiled its 20-player women's hockey squad for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup, blending experienced international players with emerging talent.Captain Edith Molikoe leads the team, which includes 10 Olympians, nine of whom competed in the Paris 2024 Olympics.

The squad features key players like Hannah Pearce, who was the team's top scorer against Namibia, and young talents such as Paris-Gail Isaacs and Caylin Maree, aiming to transition from the Junior World Cup to senior international competition.The selection follows a successful 4-0 Test series win over Namibia, allowing coaches to refine strategies.SA Hockey president Deon Morgan praised the players' dedication, emphasizing the honor of representing the country at the World Cup.

The team will prepare with a training camp in Scotland before competing in Belgium and the Netherlands, facing strong rivals like England, China, and India.Financial support of R3m was recently approved to ensure full funding for the squad.The announcement highlights South Africa's commitment to building on recent progress in global hockey.