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Time of India
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
High-5 for Bhopal athletes at Judo Asian Cadet & Jr Cup
Bhopal: Athletes from the Sports Authority of India, National Centre of Excellence (SAI NCOE) Bhopal, achieved significant success by securing five medals at the Judo Asian Cadet & Junior Cup 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan. The Bhopal team demonstrated outstanding skill against Asia's finest competitors, earning three gold medals, one silver medal, and one bronze medal at this esteemed competition. The athletes showcased exceptional talent and determination throughout the tournament. Each match demonstrated their rigorous training and strategic prowess. The competition drew participants from various Asian nations, making the victories even more noteworthy. Himanshi Tokas secured gold in the junior -63 kg division, whilst Kanwarpreet Kaur earned silver in the +78 kg category. In cadet competitions, Taniya Rathore claimed gold in the -40 kg class, and Ranjita Koreti won gold in the -52 kg division. Lagan contributed a bronze medal in the -57 kg category. The coaching staff at SAI NCOE Bhopal, led by head coach Yashpal Solanki, played a crucial role in preparing the athletes for this international competition. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Their systematic training approach and focus on both physical and mental conditioning proved beneficial. The success at the Asian Cup reflects the growing strength of Indian judo at the grassroots level. The SAI NCOE Bhopal facility has emerged as a premier training centre, providing world-class infrastructure and coaching to budding athletes. The achievements have boosted the morale of other trainees at the centre. The medal-winning performance sets a benchmark for future competitions and highlights the potential of Indian athletes in international judo events. Regional director Abhishek Singh Chauhan extended his congratulations to the medallists and acknowledged their dedication, discipline and resolve.
News18
01-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Elite Women's Boxing: Railways Clinch Team Title As Nitu, Lovlina Shine
Last Updated: RSPB led the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament with nine medals, including three golds. Winners included Nitu Ghanghas, Lovlina Borgohain, and Saweety Boora. Railways Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) emerged as the top-performing unit by securing nine medals, including three gold, as the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament that concluded on Tuesday. The final day featured notable performances from World and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Nitu Ghanghas (Haryana), Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain (TOPS), and world champion Saweety Boora (SAI NCOE), who all won titles in their respective weight categories. The SAI NCOE combined team earned seven medals, including two gold, while the TOPS Core & Development squad clinched three gold, completing the podium. Railways' gold medallists included Babirojsana Chanu (57kg), who achieved a dominant 5:0 victory over Kamaljeet Kaur of All India Police, Prachi (60kg), and Jyoti (51kg), who was awarded the win after Telangana's Nikhat Zareen withdrew due to injury. RSPB also collected three silver medals and three bronze across various weight categories. World champion Nitu won the 48kg final with a 4:1 split decision over Chanchal (SAI N), while Saweety triumphed over Railways' Alfiya with a commanding 5:0 unanimous victory. Lashu Yadav's withdrawal gave Lovlina a walkover win, while Preeti secured the gold medal in the 54kg division. What Lovlina Borgohain Said After Winning? 'Winning gold at the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament is the perfect start to my preparations before I head overseas to begin the next phase of my training for the Women's World Boxing Championships in September. The competition here was intense and facing such high-caliber opponents has only strengthened my resolve," said Lovlina. The remaining gold medals were distributed among SAI NCOE, TOPS, and state units. Former Youth world champion Ankushita Boro (65kg) also secured a top-podium finish with a hard-fought 3:2 win over Railways' Shashi. SAI NCOE's Ritika (80+kg) and Delhi's Shivani (70kg) each earned a gold medal. The gold and silver medallists from the tournament will now have the opportunity to join the national camp in Patiala. First Published:
Hans India
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
1998 Asiad silver was turning point for Indian women's hockey, says former captain Pritam Siwach
New Delhi: As Hockey India celebrates 100 years of the sport, former India women's team captain Pritam Siwach reflected on the remarkable journey of the Indian women's hockey and credited the 1998 Asian Games silver medal as a major turning point. 'We knew that for many of us, the 1998 Asian Games would be our last major event and that we would retire after that. We hadn't won a medal in 13 years and didn't want to retire without one. So, for two years leading up to the Asian Games, we focused on every little detail to ensure we returned with a medal,' Pritam was quoted by Hockey India. She went on to say, 'As soon as we won that silver, we knew it was the turning point for women's hockey in India. The graph has only gone upward since then.' Pritam added that the team's hard work for the 1998 Asian Games paid off and laid the foundation for future successes, including the silver medal at the 1999 Asia Cup and the historic gold at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. She also credited Hockey India and the government for ushering in a new era for women's hockey. 'A lot has changed for the players since my time in the Indian team. Today, the women's team has access to improved facilities and a strong support system that we didn't have back then. The players today are extremely talented and benefit from grassroots development programs, sports science, more coaching staff, trainers, and even psychologists—resources that were unavailable in our playing days.' When asked about passing the torch to the next generation and paving the path for the next 100 years of Indian hockey, Pritam said, 'I consider myself very lucky that my children are also playing hockey. Very few parents who have played at a certain level get the opportunity to contribute to shaping the next generation.' Pritam believes the Indian women's team has a very bright future and, with the right focus and support, can achieve Olympic success. 'If our men's team can win an Olympic medal, so can our women's team. Our next major goal should be to win gold at the Asian Games to secure qualification for the Olympic Games. With the strong grassroots talent we have and the ongoing work at the state and SAI NCOE level, I am confident we can achieve this.' Through her academy, Pritam has been actively empowering the next generation of hockey players. Over the years, she has nurtured and trained several Indian national players, including Olympians Neha and Nisha, and promising junior talents such as Jyoti, Sakshi Rana, and her daughter Kanika Siwach.
