The Hockey India League is India’s top professional field hockey tournament, bringing together leading Indian and international players in a franchise format.
In the men’s category, Sandeep Singh led the scoring charts in the inaugural 2013 season. Since then, many top players have emerged as leading scorers across different editions.
In the women’s league, the 2024–25 season saw Yibbi Jansen and Charlotte Englebert finish as joint top scorers. This article looks at the year-wise top goal scorers in both men’s and women’s competitions.
Hockey India League Top Goal Scorers (Men and Women): Overview
The men’s and Women scoring charts have included some of the best goal scorers in international hockey, with new records set as the league has grown over the years.
Here are the men’s and women’s top goal scorers since the inaugural season:
Men’s Top Goal Scorers
The Hockey India League men’s competition has featured elite goal scorers who have consistently dominated scoring charts across seasons.
Take a look at the Hockey India League Men’s Top Goal Scorers:
| Year | Player(s) | Team | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sandeep Singh | Mumbai Magicians | 11 |
| 2014 | Sandeep Singh | Punjab Warriors | 11 |
| 2015 | Ashley Jackson | Ranchi Rays | 12 |
| 2016 | Glenn Turner | Kalinga Lancers | 15 |
| 2017 | Glenn Turner, Moritz Fürste | Kalinga Lancers | 12 |
| 2024–25 | Jugraj Singh | Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers | 12 |
| 2025–26 | Tom Boon | Ranchi Royals | 19 |
Women’s Top Goal Scorers
The Hockey India League women’s competition has seen outstanding goal scorers who have impressed with consistent performances each season.
Here’s a look at the Hockey India League Women’s Top Goal Scorers:
| Year | Player(s) | Team | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | Yibbi Jansen | Odisha Warriors | 5 |
| 2024–25 | Charlotte Englebert | Soorma Hockey Club | 5 |
| 2025–26 | Agustina Gorzelany | Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers | 5 |
Detailed Look at Hockey India League Top Goal Scorers
Learn more about the players who topped the scoring charts in different Hockey India League seasons.
Men’s Top Goal Scorers
Here’s a simple look at the Men’s Top Goal Scorers in the Hockey India League season by season.
1. 2013 Sandeep Singh- 11 Goals
Sandeep Singh dominated the inaugural season of the Hockey India League as one of the league’s top drag-flickers, finishing with 11 goals. Despite the Mumbai Magicians ending at the bottom of the table, he stood out with his powerful penalty corner conversions.
He scored nearly 85% of his team’s total goals, regularly finding the top corners of the net. His accuracy, power, and composure made him the most feared set-piece specialist of the 2013 season.
2. 2014 Sandeep Singh- 11 Goals
After joining the Punjab Warriors, Sandeep Singh continued his golden form in the Hockey India League, once again scoring 11 goals to lead the charts.
He played a key role in guiding Punjab to the final, converting crucial penalty corners during the knockout stages.
His remarkable consistency and high conversion rate helped Punjab finish at the top of the league table, though they narrowly missed out on the title in the final.
3. 2015 Ashley Jackson – 12 Goals
Ashley Jackson, the English captain, played a crucial role in the title-winning campaign of the Ranchi Rays in the Hockey India League. He scored 12 goals through a combination of precise drag-flicks and calm penalty strokes.
Jackson stepped up in key moments, including a vital brace in the semi-final against the Delhi Waveriders. His ability to control the midfield while delivering under pressure made him the league’s standout performer that season.
4. 2016 Glenn Turner – 15 Goals
Glenn Turner made full use of the “field goal counts as two” rule during his standout season in the Hockey India League. Representing the Kalinga Lancers, he scored 15 goals to lead the charts.
Turner’s sharp instincts inside the circle helped him net seven field goals, contributing heavily under the revised scoring system.
His clever movement and ability to find space behind defenders played a key role in taking the Lancers to the final, making him one of the league’s most dangerous attackers.
5. 2017 Glenn Turner & Moritz Fürste: 12 Goals
The 2017 season of the Hockey India League witnessed a rare tie between teammates Glenn Turner and Moritz Fürste, as both finished with 12 goals.
Turner relied on sharp field positioning, while Fürste added power through penalty corners and strong midfield runs.
Representing the Kalinga Lancers, the duo contributed over 40% of the team’s total goals. Their combined efforts helped the Lancers secure their maiden HIL title with a thrilling victory over Dabang Mumbai in the final.
6. 2024–25 Jugraj Singh: 12 Goals
After the Hockey India League returned from a long break, Jugraj Singh emerged as India’s new drag-flick star. He scored 12 goals and helped the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers win the 2024- 2025 title.
In the final against the Hyderabad Toofans, Jugraj scored a brilliant hat-trick in a 4–3 victory. His powerful flicks, reaching over 115 km/h, made him one of the standout performers of the season.
7. 2025–26 Tom Boon: 19 Goals
Tom Boon delivered a record-breaking season in the Hockey India League, scoring 19 goals for the Ranchi Royals. He was in outstanding form, scoring two hat-tricks during the 2025-2026 season.
Boon maintained an impressive 60% penalty corner conversion rate, making him the most consistent scorer of the season. His 19-goal tally is the highest in HIL history, proving his world-class precision and finishing ability.
Women’s Top Goal Scorers
Here’s a detailed look at the Women’s Top Goal Scorers who made the biggest impact across Hockey India League seasons.
1. 2024–25 Yibbi Jansen & Charlotte Englebert- 5 Goals
In the 2024–25 women’s season of the Hockey India League, the top scorer honour was jointly claimed by Yibbi Jansen of the Odisha Warriors and Charlotte Englebert of Soorma Hockey Club, with 5 goals each in the tournament.
Jansen dominated through penalty corners, converting crucial chances with her drag-flick precision, including a vital semi-final equaliser that helped Odisha secure the title.
Meanwhile, Englebert stood out with her open-play efficiency, using pace, movement, and sharp finishing to consistently trouble defenses and power Soorma Hockey Club to the final.
2. 2025–26 Agustina Gorzelany – 5 Goals
Agustina Gorzelany claimed the scoring title in the second season of the Hockey India League (2026), finishing with 5 goals, all from her powerful drag-flicks.
Representing the Bengal Tigers, she proved to be one of the most reliable performers of the tournament.
Gorzelany played full matches consistently and delivered under pressure, scoring match-winners in three separate 1–0 victories.
Her precision from penalty corners made Bengal the most efficient side statistically, as they maximised limited chances through her lethal set-piece conversions.
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Conclusion: Tom Boon and Yibbi Jansen Shine As HIL Top scorers
The Hockey India League has highlighted some of the finest goal-scorers in both the men’s and women’s competitions. In the men’s league, Tom Boon stood out with his record-breaking 19 goals, setting a new benchmark for consistency and precision.
In the women’s competition, Yibbi Jansen, Charlotte Englebert, and Agustina Gorzelany emerged among the top three scorers with 5 goals each, playing crucial roles for their teams with decisive goals and strong performances.
With talent continuing to rise across both divisions, the next season promises more goals, new records, and even greater excitement for hockey fans.
