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Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
PSB disputes Netball federation's 'first position' claim, demands explanation
Members of Pakistan girls netball team pose with their medals along with PNF Chairman Mudassar Arain after winning the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship in Jeonju-si, South Korea on Friday. PHOTO: PNF Listen to article The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has taken strong exception to what it termed a 'misleading' claim by the Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF) that the national youth girls' team secured first position at the Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025 in South Korea, seeking a written explanation within three days and warning that failure to respond could lead to further action. In an official letter issued on Sunday, the PSB referred to a communication from the PNF dated July 9, 2025, in which the federation claimed a first-place finish. The PSB stated that the wording of the letter appeared to imply a gold medal victory, potentially creating a misleading impression of the team's performance. The Board further noted that PNF Chairman Mudassar Razzaq Arain reinforced this narrative in televised interviews, explicitly referring to a 'gold medal' win and thanking senior government officials for their recognition. A viral clip of one such interview was also cited in the notice. Read More: Pakistan wins Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship by beating Maldives According to the PSB, the claim was subsequently used by the federation to apply for cash rewards under the 2024 Cash Award Policy, prompting official commendation and recognition at government level. The PSB has instructed the Netball Federation to submit a detailed written explanation within three days. It warned that failure to comply would result in the matter being escalated to the relevant authorities for further action. Copies of the notice have been dispatched to the federal ministers concerned, the Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Programme, the Secretary of the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination, and the President of the Pakistan Olympic Association. In response to the controversy, PNF Chairman Mudassar Razzaq Arain released a video statement in which he said the Sports Board may have misunderstood the situation. He maintained that the President of Asian Netball personally awarded medals to the Pakistani team for securing first position in their respective category, and clarified that the PSB had not extended any financial support for the team's participation in the event. Also Read: Netball victory Arain suggested that the Board may have been offended by one of his earlier remarks, using it as a pretext to issue the explanatory notice. 'We will soon hold a press conference to present all the facts,' he said. Pakistan capped an unbeaten run last week to win the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship, defeating the Maldives 60-35 in the Plate Group final. Shabash 👏🏻 Pakistan 🇵🇰 wins the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship 2025. A proud moment for the entire nation and yet another great milestone for 🇵🇰women in sports! Special appreciation for staying undefeated throughout the tournament! Very well played! — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) July 4, 2025 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also congratulated the team on their victory, terming it a proud moment for the nation and a significant milestone for women in sports. It must be mentioned here that the PSB had disbursed sizeable grants to 22 sports federation earlier this month but chose to snub the PNF for reasons best known to it.
Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
PSB seeks explanation over ‘misleading' gold medal claim by Netball Federation
The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has sought a written clarification from the Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF) over what it termed as 'misleading claims' regarding the national youth girls team's standing at the Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025 in Jeonju, South Korea. In an official notice issued by the board, the PSB took exception to a PNF letter dated July 9, in which the federation stated the team had secured 'first position' in the tournament. The PSB said this language implied a gold medal win, which does not reflect the actual results of the competition. Further concerns were raised about statements made by PNF Chairman Mudassar Razzaq Arain in televised interviews, where he explicitly referred to a 'gold medal' achievement and thanked government officials for their congratulatory messages. A video clip of one such interview, widely circulated on social media, was cited by the board as contributing to a misleading narrative. According to the PSB, the federation's assertion was also used to apply for financial rewards under the government's 2024 Cash Award Policy — an initiative designed to recognize genuine international sporting achievements. The board cautioned that any misrepresentation of results could undermine the integrity of the policy and future disbursements. The PSB has directed the PNF to submit a detailed written response within three days. Failure to comply, the board warned, could result in the matter being escalated to higher authorities for further action. Copies of the notice have been forwarded to the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination, the Prime Minister's Youth Programme, the Pakistan Olympic Association, and other relevant stakeholders.
Express Tribune
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pak cruise past Japan to reach netball final
Pakistan and Japan netball teams in action on Thursday during the semifinal of Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship, being played in Jeonju-si, South Korea. PHOTO: PNF Pakistan defeated Japan by 64-39 goals in the semifinal of Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship-2025 at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium in Jeonju-si, South Korea on Thursday. They will now face Maldives in the final on Friday (today) who beat Chinese Taipei in the second semifinal. Enjoying a brilliant unbeaten winning streak, Pakistan girls netball team once again displayed superb skills and confidence to beat their strongest rivals in the event in the all-important clash. They had previously outplayed Japan in the group match as well. This was Pakistan's sixth straight victory in the mega event. The outstanding players for the winners in the semifinal were Leya Raza Shah, Alisha Naveed, Sumayya Kouser, Haleema, Jasmine Farooq, Sumayya, Jasmine, Amani, Parisa and Farah Rasheed who never allowed the Japanese players to bounce back in the crucial match. As for the final, Pakistan will be mindful of the hard-fought group game against Maldives earlier this week where both the netball teams displayed a dazzling game before Pakistan won 49-39. Chairman, Pakistan Netball Federation, Mudassar Arian, President, Sameen Malik, Secretary General, Muhammad Riaz congratulated the Pakistan team for winning the semifinal against a strong opposition like Japan. Eleven teams are participating in Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025 which is being played from June 27 to July 4, 2025, under the auspices of Asian Netball Federation.
Express Tribune
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pak outplay Japan in crucial netball clash
Members of Pakistan girls netball team in action against Japan netball team during the crucial match of the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship played here at Jeonju-si, South Korea on Monday. PHOTO: PNF Pakistan girls netball team continued its brilliant winning streak here on Monday when they cruised past a strong Japan netball outfit by 79-39 goals, scoring their fourth successive win in the prestigious Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship-2025 which is being played at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium, Jeonju-si, South Korea. The players who stood out for Pakistan on the court were Leya Raza Shah, Alisha Naveed, Haleema, Sarina Hussain, Jasmine Farooq, Farah Rasheed, Amani, Parisa, Sumayya Ahmed and Alina. Japan girls netball team also displayed a competitive game and scored at regular intervals against Pakistan. However, Pakistani girls proved to be superior in skills and stamina as they bounced back in all the four quarters to maintain their lead. Chairman, Pakistan Netball Federation, Mudassar Arian, President, Sameen Malik, Secretary General, Muhammad Riaz congratulated the Pakistan girls netball team for their brilliance and hard work in the match. Pakistan is now on top of Pool- B of this mega event and will play their next match against Maldives on Tuesday (today). Eleven teams are participating in the championship which are divided into two groups; Group-A; Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and India. Group-B; Chinese Taipei, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, Maldives and Saudi Arabia The Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025 is being played from June 27 to July 4, 2025, under the auspices of Asian Netball Federation.
Express Tribune
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pakistan crush South Korea 91-6 for third straight win at Youth Netball event
Pakistan's youth netball team continued their dominant run at the Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025, crushing hosts South Korea 91-6 on Sunday to secure their third consecutive win and top the Pool B standings. The green shirts dominated from the start, leading 23-2 in the first quarter and extending the margin to 45-3 by half-time. By the third quarter, the scoreline read 70-4 before Pakistan wrapped up the match at 91-6. Outstanding performances came from Leya Raza Shah, Alisha Naveed, Haleema, Sarina Hussain, Jasmine Farooq, Farah Rasheed, Amani, Parisa, Sumayya Ahmed and Alina, who all contributed to the emphatic victory. Pakistan had earlier defeated Saudi Arabia 71-15 on Friday and Chinese Taipei 56-32 on Saturday. The team now faces Japan on Monday and the Maldives on Tuesday. The Pakistan Netball Federation extended thanks to head coach Amanda Newton, praising her "exceptional coaching, technical expertise, and unwavering dedication" via a social media post, noting her role in the team's ongoing success. The championship, being held at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium from June 27 to July 4, features 11 nations split into two groups. Eleven teams are participating in the championship and are divided into two groups. Group A: Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and India Group B: Chinese Taipei, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, Maldives and Saudi Arabia.
