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Time of India
03-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Playing in WNBA is the bigger goal
Harsimran Kaur (WNBA) Having just signed for Greek basketball club Esperides Kallitheas, Harsimran 'Honey' Kaur Dhami is set to become the first Indian female to play professional basketball in Europe. In a sport where statistics make for hot discussion, she must like the sound of that stat. 'I mean, who wouldn't?' she replies with a chuckle in a telephonic chat with TOI . 'Like, it's definitely great to hear. I always wanted to do that. But at the same time, it's a lot of pressure to kind of carry because you're really just representing your whole country. I wouldn't want anyone else to have that pressure but me, I think that's definitely just all the work that I put in.' Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Pressure, however, is something the 22-year-old Honey has learnt to accept over the years. It's something she was trained, and trained hard to endure by a father, who, in her own words, didn't treat her 'like a daughter', right from her introduction to basketball as a 7-year-old. 'Growing up in the small town Kapurthala in Punjab, there was not really a woman's team anywhere. So it's just watching my dad every day, because he used to play basketball. So he would go to practice every day and I would just go with him, stand by the pool and just watch him play.' Considering it to be a 'weird game' at first, curiosity got the better of the innocent 7-year-old girl and she soon prodded her father, and asked if she could join him and his group. It was not exactly an ideal beginning. 'I'm playing with these 40-yearold, 35-year old dudes and they're like beating me up and I'm thinking, 'this is not for me, what is this? what am I doing'? And my dad would go, 'just put the ball in the hoop'. Poll Do you believe that representation of women in sports is important? Absolutely! Somewhat important. Not really. It was simply the first of many sporting lessons Sukhdev Singh Dhami would go on to teach his daughter. Excited as she is about starting a new chapter of this inspiring story in Greece, Honey remains in pursuit of a bigger goal. 'The job is not done yet. Like, I haven't touched the WNBA yet. I know it's a big deal to be Europe's first Indian female player, but I think it would be an even, even, even, even bigger deal if I became the first Indian to ever play WNBA.' Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India Today
26-05-2025
- General
- India Today
NDA's first batch of women cadets to pass out with 300 male cadets on May 30
On May 30, history will be made at the National Defence Academy (NDA) as 17 women cadets graduate for the first time alongside over 300 men during the 148th Passing Out were first admitted into the NDA in 2022 after a landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2021 paved the way for their entry into the prestigious tri-services the 17 is Harsimran Kaur from Haryana, who will become a division cadet captain before heading to the Indian Naval Academy.'My motivation to join the NDA was to start my military career early because I come from an armed forces background. My father retired as a havildar in the Indian Army. My grandfather also served, so I've had a deep association with the defence forces,' said remembers her first day vividly: 'I was awestruck to see the Sudan Block, the other buildings, squadrons, and the old cadets marching out.'THE ACADEMY THAT PUSHES YOU TO BREAK AND BUILD AGAINKaur said the training was intense: 'There is a saying -- the academy first breaks you and then makes you. It happened with me and with every cadet, male or female. The rigorous physical training sessions, drills, and academics are all designed to develop Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs).""Our schedules were so tight that we had to manage our time judiciously. At times, it was overwhelming, but the academy teaches you how to balance physical and academic demands," Kaur added that training has instilled responsibility, teamwork and CADETS TRAINED SHOULDER TO SHOULDER WITH MENAnother cadet, Shriti Daksh, also became a division cadet captain and will now join the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, with an interest in Artillery.'It runs in my blood -- my father is a former NDA officer who retired from the Indian Air Force, and my sister also serves in the IAF,' she said the 2021 Supreme Court decision opening NDA to women was a turning point. 'I seized the opportunity, joined the NDA, and made my parents proud. The academy gave me a plethora of opportunities. The games we played with fellow cadets helped us build a strong bond of camaraderie and spirit.''When we arrived, separate washrooms and squadrons had already been built. Initially, we were integrated into respective squadrons alongside male cadets. The training regime was largely the same. We did everything shoulder to shoulder for all three years,' she STANDARDS FOR FUTURE WOMEN OFFICERSKaur, speaking about their responsibility as the first batch, said, 'Since I am from the first batch, we must set standards high enough for junior cadets to emulate. That is my biggest aspiration right now, to set a benchmark they can follow.'On future improvements, she added, 'We've been informed that the academic schedule is being realigned according to the new technical specifications under the National Education will help us gain more technical knowledge relevant to our respective wings.'advertisement(With PTI inputs)
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rhode Island plays in A-10 Tournament against the George Washington
George Washington Revolutionaries (13-17, 6-13 A-10) vs. Rhode Island Rams (16-15, 11-7 A-10) Glen Allen, Virginia; Thursday, 1:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Rhode Island plays in the A-10 Tournament against George Washington. The Rams have gone 11-7 against A-10 teams, with a 5-8 record in non-conference play. Rhode Island is 3-2 in one-possession games. The Revolutionaries' record in A-10 action is 6-13. George Washington has a 1-3 record in games decided by 3 points or fewer. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Rhode Island's average of 6.2 made 3-pointers per game this season is just 0.9 fewer made shots on average than the 7.1 per game George Washington allows. George Washington has shot at a 39.2% rate from the field this season, 0.5 percentage points below the 39.7% shooting opponents of Rhode Island have averaged. The teams did not face off during the regular season. TOP PERFORMERS: Sophie Phillips is shooting 31.9% from beyond the arc with 2.1 made 3-pointers per game for the Rams, while averaging 9.7 points. Harsimran Kaur is averaging 10.7 points and 6.5 rebounds over the past 10 games. Makayla Andrews is averaging 11.6 points for the Revolutionaries. Gabby Reynolds is averaging 11.7 points over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Rams: 6-4, averaging 56.7 points, 33.7 rebounds, 11.4 assists, 7.1 steals and 3.2 blocks per game while shooting 38.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 54.3 points per game. Revolutionaries: 5-5, averaging 55.8 points, 32.0 rebounds, 8.6 assists, 6.1 steals and 3.9 blocks per game while shooting 38.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 56.3 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
USA Today
06-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Rhode Island vs. George Washington women's basketball tickets still available for Thursday, March 6
Rhode Island vs. George Washington women's basketball tickets still available for Thursday, March 6 The No. 5 seed Rhode Island Rams (16-15) are squaring off against the No. 12 seed George Washington Revolutionaries (13-17) in the A-10 tournament on Thursday at Henrico Sports & Events Center, at 1:30 p.m. ET. Buy tickets for Rhode Island vs. George Washington Shop college basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop college basketball tickets at StubHub Rhode Island vs. George Washington game information Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025 Thursday, March 6, 2025 Time: 1:30 p.m. ET 1:30 p.m. ET Location: Glen Allen, Virginia Glen Allen, Virginia Venue: Henrico Sports & Events Center Henrico Sports & Events Center Tickets: Buy tickets here Watch college basketball on Fubo! Rhode Island leaders Harsimran Kaur: 12.2 PTS, 7.6 REB, 0.9 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.8 BLK 12.2 PTS, 7.6 REB, 0.9 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.8 BLK Anaelle Dutat: 7.8 PTS, 8 REB, 1.5 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.5 BLK 7.8 PTS, 8 REB, 1.5 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.5 BLK Sophia Vital: 6.7 PTS, 3.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.5 STL, 0.2 BLK 6.7 PTS, 3.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.5 STL, 0.2 BLK Hawa Komara: 7.5 PTS, 6.5 REB, 0.7 AST, 0.6 STL, 0.3 BLK 7.5 PTS, 6.5 REB, 0.7 AST, 0.6 STL, 0.3 BLK Sophie Phillips: 9.7 PTS, 1.2 REB, 1.2 AST, 0.8 STL, 0.6 BLK George Washington leaders Paige Mott: 7.3 PTS, 53.2 FG% 7.3 PTS, 53.2 FG% Makayla Andrews: 11.6 PTS, 38.4 FG%, 16.7 3PT% (7-for-42) 11.6 PTS, 38.4 FG%, 16.7 3PT% (7-for-42) Gabby Reynolds: 10.7 PTS, 1.2 STL, 35.4 FG%, 28.3 3PT% (30-for-106) 10.7 PTS, 1.2 STL, 35.4 FG%, 28.3 3PT% (30-for-106) Sara Lewis: 7 PTS, 33.2 FG%, 20.4 3PT% (11-for-54) 7 PTS, 33.2 FG%, 20.4 3PT% (11-for-54) Maxine Engel: 5.2 PTS, 33.3 FG%, 24.8 3PT% (26-for-105) Rhode Island vs. George Washington stats breakdown The Rams are making 39.7% of their shots from the field, 2.4% higher than the Revolutionaries concede to opponents (37.3%). In games when Rhode Island shoots better than 37.3% from the field, it is 2-1 against the spread and 12-7 overall. The Revolutionaries shoot 39.2% from the field, just 0.5 lower than the Rams concede. George Washington is 1-1 against the spread and 10-4 straight up when shooting over 39.7% from the field. The Rams and Revolutionaries rebound at nearly the same rate, with the Rams averaging 0.3 more per game. The Rams are 48th in rebounding in the nation, and the Revolutionaries are 56th. The 60.8 points the Rams average are only 0.8 fewer than the Revolutionaries give up. The Revolutionaries post just 3.1 more points per game (58.9) than the Rams concede (55.8). Shop college basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop college basketball tickets at StubHub
USA Today
15-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Rhode Island vs. Saint Joseph's (PA) women's basketball tickets still available for Wednesday, February 19
Wednesday's A-10 slate includes the Rhode Island Rams (13-13) against the Saint Joseph's (PA) Hawks (20-5) at 6:35 PM ET. Buy tickets for Rhode Island vs. Saint Joseph's (PA) Shop college basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop college basketball tickets at StubHub Rhode Island vs. Saint Joseph's (PA) game information Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Time: 6:35 PM ET 6:35 PM ET How to watch: ESPN+ Location: Kingston, Rhode Island Kingston, Rhode Island Venue: Thomas M. Ryan Center Thomas M. Ryan Center Tickets: Buy tickets here Watch college basketball on ESPN+! Rhode Island leaders Harsimran Kaur: 12.2 PTS, 8.0 REB, 1.0 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.9 BLK 12.2 PTS, 8.0 REB, 1.0 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.9 BLK Anaelle Dutat: 7.2 PTS, 7.6 REB, 1.7 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.6 BLK 7.2 PTS, 7.6 REB, 1.7 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.6 BLK Sophia Vital: 6.6 PTS, 3.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.4 STL, 0.2 BLK 6.6 PTS, 3.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.4 STL, 0.2 BLK Hawa Komara: 7.8 PTS, 6.5 REB, 0.7 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.3 BLK 7.8 PTS, 6.5 REB, 0.7 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.3 BLK Sophie Phillips: 10.1 PTS, 1.2 REB, 1.3 AST, 0.8 STL, 0.7 BLK Saint Joseph's (PA) leaders Laura Ziegler: 18.4 PTS, 11.4 REB, 44.0 FG%, 33.1 3PT% (43-for-130) 18.4 PTS, 11.4 REB, 44.0 FG%, 33.1 3PT% (43-for-130) Mackenzie Smith: 15.2 PTS, 48.2 FG%, 45.0 3PT% (59-for-131) 15.2 PTS, 48.2 FG%, 45.0 3PT% (59-for-131) Talya Brugler: 13.6 PTS, 54.1 FG%, 40.4 3PT% (19-for-47) 13.6 PTS, 54.1 FG%, 40.4 3PT% (19-for-47) Gabby Casey: 7.8 PTS, 1.1 STL, 41.6 FG%, 36.1 3PT% (30-for-83) 7.8 PTS, 1.1 STL, 41.6 FG%, 36.1 3PT% (30-for-83) Aleah Snead: 6.5 PTS, 54.5 FG%, 33.3 3PT% (5-for-15) Rhode Island vs. Saint Joseph's (PA) stats breakdown This year the Rams are shooting 39.6% from the field, 2.6% higher than the Hawks concede. In games when Rhode Island shoots better than 37.0% from the field, it is 2-1 against the spread and 10-6 overall. The Hawks' 45.6% shooting percentage from the field is 6.2% higher than the Rams have conceded. Saint Joseph's (PA) is 3-0 against the spread and 17-2 overall when shooting higher than 39.4% from the field. The Rams and Hawks rebound at about the same rate, with the Rams pulling down 1.8 more boards per game. The Rams are 38th in rebounding in the nation, and the Hawks are 101st. The Rams post 6.7 more points than the Hawks give up (54.4). The Hawks average 71.2 points, 15.5 more than the Rams give up. Shop college basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop college basketball tickets at StubHub We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. FTW operates independently, though, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
