The Contention of this paper deals with the struggle of a Hockey Wizard Dr. Rupa Saini. The determined and dedicated player had been a recipient of Arjuna Award in the year 1975. However, this journey towards recognition and reward for the game like Hockey had been full of struggle both on personal and professional front. Hailing from a poor family with no house to live in, her father had worked hard for supporting and motivating her towards her love for ground. Not only Rupa Saini had achieved in sports even her sisters had been player of national and International repute. Dr. Saini represented her nation in Hockey both in national and International games. Her leadership shall come to limelight during her tenure as a women hockey team and her experience on the field for the 12 years may sound less but the reputation she earned through it speaks about her glory and success.