Integrating sports and games into the curriculum of schools and colleges is vital for shaping well-rounded, resilient individuals. Beyond the obvious physical benefits, athletic participation instills lifelong values such as strategic teamwork, discipline, and emotional grit under pressure. Balancing rigorous academics with sports not only sharpens cognitive focus but also provides students with a healthy, constructive outlet to build character and leadership skills.
Champions in the Making: Local Students Rise to State-Level Handball Arena
Students from Sri Prakash Junior College in Payakaraopeta have achieved a remarkable milestone by securing positions in the upcoming State-Level Handball Competitions. Following highly competitive selection trials held at the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Stadium in Visakhapatnam, these young athletes proved their mettle on the court.
The outstanding performers qualifying for the big stage include:
- Under-19 Boys Division: Arjun Tej, Dhanaraju, Uday, Venkatesh, and Kalanidhi.
- Girls Division: Bandhavi and Priyavasini.
College Principal V.V.S.S. Bhanumurthy announced that the qualified squad will head to Vijayawada to compete against the finest talent in the state. Recognizing their hard work, Sri. Ch. V.K. Narasimha Rao, Secretary & Correspondent, Sri Prakash Educational Institutions, Sri. Ch. Vijay Prakash, Joint Secretary, Sri Prakash Educational Institutions, Sri. V.V.S.S. Bhanu Murthy, Principal, Sri Prakash Junior College and Coach Balaraju extended their hearty congratulations and collective backing to the team as they prepare for the tournament.
