Shoot and score

KIRAN, 14 Sadalpur, Football player, Hisar

BECAUSE

She was part of the India Under-16 football team that won the South Asian Football Cup held in Bhutan in August this year. She was also part of the U-16 Asian Football Confederation qualifiers tournament held in Mongolia. She is the right-mid fielder for her team.

SECRET OF SUCCESS

The credit for my success goes to my coach and parents. Hard work is important but I feel confidence in one’s abilities is even more important. Training is very vital for a good player. Persistence and consistency together hold the key to success. I play with confidence but I also don’t miss any training.

THE GOAL NEXT

It is my goal to someday represent my country at the international level. I have just started playing but I think I can go a long way if I keep my focus on the ball.

MY ROLE MODEL

My role model is Malto Devi. I feel her game is very strong.

BY THE WAY

I am a huge fan of Salman Khan. He was brilliant in the movie ‘Sultan’. I loved the way he returned to wrestling despite all odds. It shows how determination to succeed can take you places.

Although I plan to play football for a long time, I am also fascinated by science. It would be great if could pursue a career in science. May be, I could become a scientist.

I love Punjabi music in all its variety. It can both so peppy and melancholic. My foot begins tapping on its own accord as soon as I hear a Punjabi song.

SECOND OPINION

“She is an outstanding shooter, who is able to carry a game on her shoulders.”

–Vinod Loyal, coach