Famous at fourteen

KAVITA, 14, Football player, Sadalpur, Hisar

BECAUSE

She was part of the India under-16 Football team that won the SAFF Cup held in Bhutan in August this year.

She was also part of the U-16 AFC qualifiers tournament held in Mongolia. She plays as the centre-back in her team and is known for her versatility.

SECRET OF SUCCESS

In order to succeed one must play using the right techniques. Getting correct guidance is also vital. Self-confidence and the zeal to overcome difficult situations will take one far in life.

THE GOAL NEXT

I want to represent India in the next world cup.

MY ROLE MODEL

I’m a die-hard fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. I love the power he packs in his game. One day I’d like to be able to play as well as he does. Among Indian players I hold Sunil Chhetri in high regard.

BY THE WAY

I love cottage cheese and ladyfinger and avoid junk food like the plague. Stuff like finger chips, burgers and chocolates have no place on my table. Instead, I incorporate a lot of fruit in my diet. Often, my friends poke fun at me for being so paranoid about what I eat, but I take it in my stride. I want to make sure that my diet also helps me to play better game of football. Foreigners often find fault with our diet.

SECOND OPINION

“Kavita hails from a very humble background and she has to cycle around 50km daily from her village to the football ground for the morning and evening training. All this hardship has made her more determined and now she is the proud owner of an assortment of trophies and gold medals.” –Vinod Loyal, coach