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Hyderabad: Rs 25-lakh Bonanza from Andhra Govt for ’Golden Girl’ Mamata Poojary

Records, All, Sports, Uncategorized

Hyderabad, 24 Jun 2012:

In the middle of complaints that only cricket hogs all the limelight and only cricketers get large gifts as incentives, here is some soothing news.

Captain of the first women’s World Cup-winning India Kabaddi team Mamata Poojary and another member of the team Nagalakshmi have won prizes of Rs 25 lakh each from the Andhra Pradesh government.

The announcement was made by chief minister Kiran Kumar Reddy on Saturday, June 23.

Mamata hails from Hermunde in Karkala taluk of Udupi district and if anyone wonders what made the AP government choose her, she happens to be an employee of Railways, based in Secunderabad. Nagalakshmi hails from AP.

Recently, the AP government had announced a prize of Rs 50 lakh in appreciation of badminton star Saina Nehwal from the state. There was discontent that the government had neglected the Kabaddi achievers.

source: http://www.bellevision.com / by PTI / Hyderabad, June 24th, 2012

Aaron, Sejwal shine

Records, All, Sports

Aaron D’Souza and Sandeep Sejwal pocketed titles with ease on the penultimate day of the Federation Cup swimming championships at the GMC Balayogi stadium in Gachibowli on Saturday.

Karnataka’s Aaron clocked one minute 53.31 seconds to bag the gold in the men’s 200M freestyle, beating Sujay Shah of Gujarat by a comfortable four seconds. Sandeep posted 2:19.49 to fetch the 200M breaststroke crown and his victory margin was more than 15 seconds.

Results: Men: 200M freestyle: Aaron D’Souza (Karnataka) 1:53.31, 1; Sujay Shah (Gujarat) 1:57.75, 2; Anand AS (Kerala) 2:04.71, 3.

200M breaststroke: Sandeep Sejwal (MP) 2:19.49, 1; Neil Contractor (Gujarat) 2:35.15, 2; N Haridas Singh (Police) 2:47.17, 3.

100M butterfly: Sajan Prakash (TN) 57.33 seconds, 1; Tarun Tokas (Delhi) 58.30, 2; Anshul Kothari (Gujarat) 58.96, 3.

400M individual medley: Merwyn Chen (Delhi) 5:12.54, 1; Sachin Kumar Maurya (Uttar Pradesh) 5:28.51, 2.

Women: 200M freestyle: Richa Mishra (Police) 2:10.22, 1; Surabhi Tipre (Karnataka) 2:11.99, 2; Vandita Dhariyal (Gujarat) 2:15.02, 3.

200M breaststroke: M Raghavi (Tamil Nadu) 2:51.98, 1; Poorva Shetye (Maharashtra) 2:53.69, 2; K Sai Greeshma (AP) 3:26.59, 3.

100M butterfly: Jyotsna Pansare (Maharashtra) 1:05.51, 1; Vandita Dhariyal (Gujarat) 1:07.11, 2; JS Yuvika (AP) 1:27.79, 3.

400M individual medley: Vandita Dhariyal (Gujarat) 5:54.83, 1; Asra Anwar (AP) 6:47.36, 2; Aathmika Krishnan (AP) 7:08.04, 3.

source: http://www.DeccanHerald.com / Home> Sports / DHNS / Hyderabad, June 02nd, 2012

Mangalore Karatekas excel in the National Level Karate Championships at Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir

Records, All, Sports

Mangalore, 29 May 2012:

The 30th All India Budokan Karate Federation National Championship- 2012 was held on 20th, 21st and 22nd May 2012 at Environmental Hall Lawns, Handwara, 80 Kms from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir.  More than 400 competitors from 17 States took part in this championship in which included events like Individual Kata, Individual Kumite, Team Kata, Weapon Kata and Rotation Team Kumite.
A team of 30 members represented Karnataka state in this competition out of which more than 20 participants were from the Institute of Karate and Allied Arts (IKAA) Mangalore led by chief Instructor Kyoshi Praveen Kumar (Black Belt 8th Dan)
Karnataka state won the Overall Championship followed by Andhra Pradesh who took the second place and Tamil Nadu third place. The hosts Jammu & Kashmir came to a close fourth followed by Maharashtra.

Sharath Kumar from IKAA Mangalore who won four gold medals was adjudged as the Best fighter and was also awarded a special prize by the Indian Army.

Shihan Balakrishna Alva and Shihan Anand Devadiga were Chief of Tatamis in the competition.  Sensei Shivaprasad Acharya, Sensei Kishore B, Sensei Lohish Pinto, Sensei Naveen Kalmadi were the other officials from Institute of Karate and allied arts Mangalore served as Referees in the competition along with other senior referees from all over india.
Below is the list of Members from IKAA Mangalore who represented Karnataka and won several Medals.
• Shiva Prasad Acharya – 3 Gold, 1 Silver
• Sharath Kumar – 4 Gold
• Lohish Pinto – 2 Gold ,1 silver
• Pooja Jain – 3 Gold
• Bhoomika – 3 Gold
• Saloni – 3 Gold
• Reshma  – 2 Gold
• Arjun Deori  – 1 Gold, 1 Bronze

sourc: http://www.bellevision.com / Home> News / by Robin Martis, Bellevision Media Network / Mangalore, May 29th, 2012

Sticking with it

Business & Economy, Sports

Dhruv Mullick’s only agenda is to bet on sporting talent that is off the beaten track. Inspired by the celluloid story Jerry Maguire, city-based Dhruv has set his sights on the Indian hockey team. A sports entrepreneur, Dhruv is building the brands of two promising hockey players — Raghunath and SK Uthappa just before the Olympics season heats up.

“My idea is to get hockey to a platform where these fantastic players are identified by even school kids. To build brands which can compete with leading cricketers’ brands. But this is just the beginning and we are taking baby steps,” says the entrepreneur. With the London Olympics fast approaching, Dhruv thought this was the right time to build a glamorous image of a much neglected sport. “Raghunath is a typical Kodava lad. His brutal strength as a drag-flicker and commitment to the sport makes him the perfect poster boy of the team. While Uthappa’s talent and the coach’s (Michael Nobb) high ranking, makes him a bankable player. These traits make them brands in themselves,” says Dhruv.

But the going hasn’t been easy. “It is extremely difficult in a cricket-crazy nation to sell non-cricket sports. But the tougher the challenge, the better it gets. The only focus now is to get them as much exposure as possible before the Olympics,” says the shrewd marketing professional. Dhruv who has a BA honours in international business and economics, has trained as a sports brand manager under big names of the Indian sports arena. But his most memorable experience was with cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar. “The opportunity to work for him and interact with him, is something that I cherish even to this day,” says Dhruv.

Though hockey is his favourite sport, he cannot hide his love for cricket. Not just for school teams, he also managed to play the first cricket season at the university in London. “I played for Regents College during 2004 just for the first season,” he reminisces, adding, “I have a Sunday cricket club with friends. I also play a bit of hockey. But my skills lie off the field,” says Dhruv.

His plan ahead is to ensure that both Raghunath and Uthappa’s brands take off in a big way. The smart entrepreneur concludes by remembering his favourite line from Jerry Maguire, “Show me the money.” And we do hope that hockey as a sport can do that.

source: http://www.DeccanChronicle.com / Home> Tabloid> Bengaluru / by Ayesha Tabassum, DC / April 26th, 2012

27th Himalayan expedition flagged off

Sports

Mysore, Apr. 21

The 27th Himalayan Expedition to Nanda Devi East Base camp organised jointly by Rotary Mysore Adventure Corps and International Academy of Mountaineering & Allied Sports (IAMAS) was flagged off this morning at Rotary Centre on JLB Road here by Col. Satish Sharma, Commanding Officer, 1 Kar Engr. Coy, Mysore.

The tricolour and expedition flag was handed over to the expedition team of 28 youths including 8 women who have reportedly come from Mysore, Bangalore, Calicut and Cochin.

The team will fly to Delhi enroute to Manali. The 10-day expdition will cover various base camps through an arduous trek at Himalayas with a panoramic view of the glaciers, a true test of adventure spirit and grit of the team members, according to the organisers. Rotary Mysore President T.K. Chittaranjan, IAMAS Chairman Anil Kumar, Secretary T. Rajeev and Founder D.S.D. Solanki were present.

source: http://www.StarofMysore.com / General News / Saturday, April 21st, 2012

Anil Kumble 10 Wickets in an Inning

Amazing Feats, Sports
Anil Kumble from India takes 10 wickets in an inning against Pakistan, 2nd Test, 2nd Innings at Feroz Shah Kotla Delhi on February 4-8-1999. India won the toss and electing to bat, India found the off-spin of Saqlain Mustaq too hot to handle and were all out for 252 early on day two. With the pitch providing generous assistance to spinners, Kumble and Harbhajan Singh bowled out Pakistan for a measly 172.
Anil Kumble takes 10 wicket in that Inning and becomes the first Indian bowler to achieved the historic feat of grabbing all ten wickets for 74 runs in 21.3 over spell. India won by 212 runs, India went into the match already 1-0 down in the two match series, eager to avenge the narrow 12-run defeat by Pakistan in Chennai a week previously. 2 match series drawn 1-1. Player of the match Anil Kumble for 14 wickets.
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source: http://www.Cricchamber.blogspot.in / Cricket Chamber / Uploader:  Sreejith Sree / April 19th, 2012

City Equestrian for Intl. show jumping championship

Sports

Mysore, Apr. 17

Arun Mariba Shetty, one of the top equestrians of the country from Mysore, will be representing India along with Ajai Appachu and Yeshan Khambata at the International Show Jumping Championship to be held at Seoul in South Korean on April 18.

The event, which will see top show jumpers from across the world, will conclude on Apr. 26.

Arun Mariba Shetty, who is also the Public Relations Officer of Vidya Vikas Institute of Engineering and Technology (VVIET) on Bannur Road in city, is the son of Mounted Police Commandant S.G. Mariba Shetty, who has garnered several awards at the national and international level in equestrian events.

Ajai Appachu and Yeshan Khambata are associated with the Embassy Riding School in Bangalore for many years and have taken part in several national and international events.

Show jumpers from Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Japan, China and Middle East will be taking part in the competition which is unique as the riders have to prove their skills on ‘borrowed horses.’ Normally each rider has his own stable of three or four horses which are attuned to the rider and vice versa but in this case it requires a high degree of knowledge of horses and an ability to understand them and make them do the rider’s bidding.

source: http://www.StarofMysore.com / General News / April 17th, 2012

Advani felicitated by Karnataka Billiards Association

Leaders, Sports

Bangalore, April 17 (IANS)

Pankaj Advani, who earlier this month became the first Indian to win five Asian titles, was felicitated by the Karnataka State Billiards Association (KSBA), here Tuesday.

Advani defeated Thawat Sujaritthuarkarn of Thailand, 6-3 in the final of the Asian billiards championship in Goa this month. He had earlier won the title in 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010.

In his response to the felicitation, Advani said: “Winning a title is not my individual achievement alone, but the result of the help and support of many people who have worked tirelessly.

“My brother Shree Advani has helped me a lot with my mental preparations. He has taught me to think right, and overcome mental barriers.

“I would also like to thank my coach Arvind Savur who has been a great guiding force for me. If not for him, I would not have improved as quickly.”

KSBA President M.C. Uthappa said: “He (Pankaj) already has to his credit many titles – 7 world titles, 5 Asian titles, 2 Asian Games gold medals, 2 Australian Open titles, and 22 National titles. With each passing year, he is inching towards the 100 mark.

“This felicitation ceremony is to reiterate his achievements and a token of appreciation from us. We wish him the best of luck for his next tournament.”

Thanking the KSBA for their support Advani said: “KSBA is my second home. This is a wonderful place to hone your skills. Should the younger players need any advice or assistance from seniors like Bhaskar or me, we are always there.”

source: http://www.newstrackindia.com / Home> Others / Karnataka, Sport/ Tuesday April 17th, 2012

 

National – level ‘Rally De Mysore’ on Apr.1

Sports

Caption: Kodava Samaja Cultural & Sports Club President M.M. Karumbaiah addressing a press meet at Patrakartara Bhavan this morning. Others seen are (from left) ace racer Lohit Urs, Club Treasurer P. Raja Poovaiah, Vice-President M.M. Kuttappa and Hon. Secretary B. Rathan Ponnappa.

Mysore, Mar. 28

Rally De Mysore, a national level bikes and cars rally, will be held in city on Apr. 1, under the joint auspices of Kodava Samaja Cultural & Sports Club (KSC&SC), Mysore and Indian Motor Sports Club (IMSC).
Mysore’s ace racer Lohit Urs, who is in-charge of the rally, provided details about the rally at a press conference held at the Patrakartara Bhavan today.
The event is run in accordance with Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) which is the governing body for Motor-sports in India.
The event will start from The Roost hotel on Hunsur Road in Mysore at 9 am on Sunday (Apr. 1) and conclude in the same place by 6 pm, said KSC&SC President Mechanda M. Karumbaiah, adding that Police Superintendent R. Dilip will flag off the rally.
City Police Commissioner K.L. Sudheer will give away prizes during the valedictory function to be held at the same venue in the evening.
The rally will cover a distance of 140 km around Mysore and pass through interior roads near Yelwal, Bilikere, K.R. Nagar and Hunsur. The main sponsors are Graviti 9.
The rally is run on Time Speed Distance (TSD) format. In this event, the main focus is on navigation rather than speed. The competitors are given the route map and the speed at which they should cover the distance.
source: http://www.StarofMysore.com / General News / March 28th, 2012

Synthetic track by May end: DC

Sports

Work on Synthetic Track laying in Mangala Stadium in progress in Mangalore on March 19, 2012. Photo: R.Eswarraj / The Hindu

Mangala Stadium will get a full-fledged synthetic track by May end, Deputy Commissioner N.S. Channappa Gowda said here after reviewing the progress of the work on Monday.

Mr. Gowda told The Hindu that he was hopeful of ensuring that facilities to hold competitions on either side within the track (called D areas) would be created. The tender that had already been awarded was for the creation of facilities only in one D area. Mr. Gowda said the district administration had apprised the Government of the need to create facilities on both sides.

Sportspersons, sporting bodies, and coaches have said that major tournaments could be held only if facilities were created on either side as this would allow holding of multiple events simultaneously.

The tender for the Rs. 3.15 crore synthetic track has been awarded to the lowest bidder – Delhi-based sports infrastructure company Syncotts International, which has been given four months to complete the work. The creation of additional facilities to allow competitions on either side is expected to cost Rs. 40 lakh. Mr. Gowda said that the sports infrastructure company would be asked to place orders for synthetic material (which have to be imported) for facilities in the second D area too, after securing in-principle approval from the Government. He agreed that the administration would have to bear additional financial burden if it had to import in two consignments.

According to an official release, Mr. Gowda said that the two committees — one for supervision and another to ensure compliance to technical standards — have been formed to ensure quality in laying the synthetic track. In addition, the firm would get money only after the International Athletics Federation certified the quality of work, he said.

Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly N. Yogish Bhat, who presided over the review meeting, said that he would take up the matter of providing facilities in the second D area with the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, according to the release.

Mr. Bhat urged the district administration to develop a swimming pool in Emmekere Lake which was being developed.

Mr. Gowda earlier asked the officials concerned to submit reports regarding the proposals to set up a sports hostel in Kadri and an indoor stadium on a 1.5-acre land in Shakthinagar. Commissioner of Mangalore Urban Development Authority Ajit Kumar Hegde said a report on the proposal to develop a sports ground in Bangra-Kuloor areas would be prepared.

Mangala Stadium Committee members said there was an agreement with the Corporation Bank to meet the expenses of maintenance of the stadium. Mr. Gowda said he would hold further discussions with the bank’s Chairman and Managing Director. About Rs. 40 lakh had been released for developing a stadium at Swaraj Maidan in Moodbidri, the official release said.

source: http://www.TheHindu.com / News> Cities> Mangalore / by Special Correspondent, Mangalore / March 20th, 2012