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SPORTS NEWS - National 15 Feb, 2023

Army players snatch the National Netball Championship title from WAPDA

Abdul Jabbar Faisal ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Army snatched the men’s title after beating defending champions Pakistan WAPDA 30-27 in the final of 22nd National Netball Championship here at Liaqat Gymnasium Pakistan Sports Complex on Tuesday. WAPDA claimed women’s title. The men’s final was thrilling, as the players of both teams exhibited top-quality games. In the first quarter, the winners were 2 points ahead but the rest of the three quarters 7 minutes each were entertaining. After completing the second quarter the match was leveled at 17-17, as after the penultimate quarter the score was 21-21. However, when the referee rang the final whistle the scoreboard was showing 25-25. To make the decision of champion, the jury gave the extra time of 4 minutes, as the Army athletes were quick and got the vital lead at the start, as the match finished at 30-27. Mohammad Iqbal and Mohammad Wasim scored 17 and 13 points for Pakistan Army respectively while Zain Hussain scored 27 points for Pakistan WAPDA. Earlier, in the women's final, Pakistan WAPDA defeated Sindh by 7-16 points. Nisha Sultan scored 11 points for Pakistan WAPDA and Quratul Ain scored 7 points for Sindh. Before the finals, 3rd position play-off matches were played, Pakistan Air Force defeated Pakistan Navy by 13-23 points in the men's event. Akhtar scored 23 points for Pakistan Air Force while Babar Manan scored 13 points for Pakistan Navy. In the women's third position match, Pakistan Army defeated Higher Education Commission by 18-30 points. Ayesha got 24 points for Pakistan Army while Khadija got 12 points for Higher Education Commission. Twelve teams from across the country participated in the championship. Chairman, Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF) and former IG Police (R), Zafar Iqbal Awan was the chief guest at the closing ceremony of the championship who distributed trophies, medals and certificates to the winning players. President PNF Mudassar Arain, Senior Vice President Sameen Malik, Secretary General, Syed Gohar Raza, Directors, PSB Saeed Akhtar and Mohammad Waheed Khan were also present.

SPORTS NEWS - National 13 Feb, 2023

WAPDA and Army set to meet National Netball Championship final

Sports Bulletin Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan WAPDA and Army set to meet in the men’s final of the National Netball Championship on Tuesday after beating their rivals in the semifinals at Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex here on Monday. WAPDA and Sindh reached in the women’s final. Mohammad Ibrar, Director General Pakistan Sports Board was the chief guest on semifinals. Deputy DG, PSB, Shahid Islam, President, Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF), Mudassar Arian, Vice President Sameen Malik and Secretary General, Syed Gohar Raza were also present on the occasion. Results (Women’s Event): In the first semifinal: Pakistan Wapda beat Pakistan Army by 18-15 In second semifinal: Sindh beat HEC by 16-20 Semifinals (Men's Event): Pakistan Wapda beat Navy by 22-16 Pakistan Army beat Pakistan Air Force by 33-25 Results (Women’s Quarterfinals): Pakistan Wapda beat Galgit by 41-0 HEC beat Punjab by 25-10. Army beat KPK by 31-02 Sindh beat PNF Elite by 30-14 Results (Men’s Quarterfinals): Pakistan Wapda beat Punjab by 29-21 Pakistan Army beat Pakistan Police by 40-20 Pakistan Navy beat Gilgat by 30-10 Pakistan Air Force beat Sindh by 29-17

SPORTS NEWS - National 12 Feb, 2023

National Netball Championships: Quarterfinals line-up complete

Sports Bulletin Report ISLAMABAD: The quarterfinals line-up has been completed the National Men's and Women's Netball Championships, which is going on here at Liaqat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex. Chairman, Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF), Inspector General Police (R), Zafar Iqbal Awan inaugurated the championship. President, Pakistan Netball Federation, Mudassar Arain, Vice President, Sameen Malik, Secretary General, Syed Gohar Raza and a large number of peoples were also present on the occasion. Results (Men's Event): HEC beat KP by 21-5 Police beat Baluchistan by 24-18 PAF beat Punjab by 33-23 WAPDA beat Sindh by 27-12 Army beat AJK by 44-3 PAF beat HEC by 26-13 Results (Women’s Event): Pakistan WAPDA beat PNF Elites by 34-2 Pakistan Army defeated Baluchistan by 46-0

SPORTS NEWS - National 11 Feb, 2023

Tamasha brings Free Live Streaming of PSL 2023

ISLAMABAD (Press Release): Tamasha, Pakistan’s largest homegrown OTT video streaming and entertainment platform, has become the licensed digital broadcaster for the eighth edition of Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL-2023) to live stream all matches of the tournament for free for cricket fans in Pakistan. Customers of all telcos and smartphone users will be able to watch HD live streaming of PSL-8 matches completely free by downloading the Tamasha app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store as well as on Tamasha’s website. Not only can the cricket buffs catch live PSL matches action on Tamasha, but they also will have the opportunity to partake in Jazz Fan Pulse quiz and answer questions during the live stream to win exciting prizes. Jazz's Chief Digital Officer Aamer Ejaz said: “Tamasha has brought conventionally consumed TV content to the mobile handset and made it accessible to everyone. With this engagement, Tamasha brings cricket fans digitally closer to the game by embedding PSL-8 in their lifestyle through online streaming.” Recently, millions enjoyed the T20 Cricket World Cup completely ad-free on Tamasha as well as FIFA World Cup Qatar 22. In addition to the PSL-8, Tamasha will also be streaming the complete home season of the Pakistan cricket team till May’ 23. In addition to live sports streaming, Tamasha offers a variety of entertainment options including 70+ live TV channels, blockbuster Pakistani movies like London Nahi Jaunga and Jawani Phir Nahi Ani; a wide selection of Hollywood classics like The Dark Knight and Harry Potter, and Web TV shows like FRIENDS, Arrow, and The Vampire Diaries.

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 11 Feb, 2023

ISO Canada Head Coach Glenn plays sports with special athletes

KARACHI: Glenn Cundari, head coach of International Special Olympic (ISO) Canada, has said that children with mental and physical disabilities have additional characteristics, they are differently talented, and they are more interested in sports and music. He said that there is immense talent among special children in Pakistan and their abilities are in no way less than other special children in the world. He expressed these thoughts on the occasion of a visit to SCINOSA, a school for special children in Karachi, along with Taha Tahir, National Director of Special Olympics Pakistan, and Farkhunda Jabeen, Sports Director. Rizwana Khanum, the principal of the school, informed the detail about the facilities available for special children including football, table tennis, basketball and tennis, along with other sports and educational activities, in terms of computer, painting, art and craft; said that the school not only pays attention to their care but also organizes various events for their entertainment as well as an annual sports day and sports equipment and coaching services are also available for special players at the school. Glenn Cundari said, “Yes, I am very happy to see the activities of special children in the school and management of Scinosa is busy day and night in the services of special children in the spirit of service to humanity. I salute their spirit, he added. Glenn Cundari also played table tennis, basketball, and football with special children on this occasion. (Press Release)

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 06 Feb, 2023

Special Olympics: Head Coach Glenn Cundari arrives to train local coaches

Sports Bulletin Report KARACHI: Glenn Cundari, head coach of International Special Olympics Canada, arrived in Karachi on a one-week visit where he would provide further training to Pakistani coaches for the Special Olympics World Games. Upon his arrival in Karachi, the chairperson of Special Olympics Pakistan, Ronak Lakhani, and other officials welcomed Glenn Cundari. It should be noted that in connection with the preparations for the Special Olympic World Games to be held in Berlin, Germany this year from June 17 to 25, the training camp of the national players was organized at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) Sports Complex. Head coach Glenn Cundari visited the camp along with Ronak Lakhani and reviewed the performance of the coaches and players. On this occasion, Glenn Cundari said that he was very happy to come to Pakistan. “I am enjoying being hosted here as Pakistan is known all over the world for its place in world sports.” “The coaching seminar will prove to be very useful for the Pakistani coaches through which the coaches will be able to provide the best training and guidance to the special athletes in the future. And in light of this, the performance of Pakistan's special athletes will continue to improve, he added. Glenn Cundari further said that special athletes are an inspiration for us. It is hoped that these specials will perform well for their country in the World Games. Ronak Lakhani said that the arrival of Glenn to Pakistan is an honour for us. A two-day coaching seminar is being organized for Pakistani coaches of different sports of Special Olympics in a local hotel in Karachi, in which head coach Glenn Curdin will teach the methods of different sports of Special Olympics. She said that the coaching seminar will not only give opportunities to our local coaches to train under the supervision of international coaches in their own country, but it will also provide them exposure at the international level.

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 06 Feb, 2023

Marriott Bonvoy offers opportunities for Manchester United Fans

Sports Report Dubai (UAE): Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, has announced it is offering Marriott Bonvoy members multiple opportunities to experience unforgettable moments with Manchester United. Launching, together with Marriott Hotels, members can bid on opportunities for exclusive access including an overnight stay in Old Trafford Stadium, access to visit the pitch, and a chance to travel to Barcelona with the team, all through the Marriott Bonvoy Moments platform for the remainder of the 2022-2023 season. Jackie McAllister, Vice President, Marriott Bonvoy Brand & Moments Marketing said “Our members travel to create unforgettable memories and it’s why we are thrilled to again offer incredible Marriott Bonvoy Moments experiences with Manchester United for our members who are diehard fans. “With Marriott Bonvoy Moments, we give members extraordinary access to pursue their passions in life and enjoy their experiences with family and friends included” he added.

SPORTS NEWS - National 01 Feb, 2023

Karachi Powerlifting Championship: Wolf Pack Club clinch title with 4 golds

Sports Bulletin Report KARACHI: The Wolf Pack Club grabbed 4 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze medals to lift the title of the COMBAXX Karachi Powerlifting Championship organized by the Pakistan Powerlifting Federation (PPF) and Karachi Division Powerlifting Association (KDPA) with the support of Combaxx Sports at Beach View Club here. Energetics Club emerged as the ultimate runners-up by winning 3 gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze medals while Karachi Gymkhana won 1 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal to secure third place in the championship. The winners' Wolf Pack Club got a total of 92 points while the runners-up Energetics Club got 87 points and Karachi Gymkhana secured 31 points. Shehroze won in the 59kg category while Sarmad won in the 66kg category, Mohammad Taha in 74kg, Ahmad Irfan in 83 kg, Mohammad Jahangir in 93 kg, Nasruminullah in 105 kg, Nadir Khan in 120 kg, and Murad Ikram in plus 120 kg wins the gold medal. On the occasion of prize distribution, chief guest CEO Combaxx Sports Omar Saeed, Rashid Malik of Pakistan Powerlifting Federation, Advisor Powerlifting Athar Kamran Butt, Director Combaxx Sports Taimur Saeed and General Manager Zubair Macha were also present on the occasion. Chief Guest Omar Saeed said: “Karachi Powerlifting Association has taken an important step by successfully organizing the championship, which will prove to be a milestone for the promotion of powerlifting in the coming times, he said, adding, Our organization is providing international standard products for international events and inter-provincial and inter-divisional tournaments, training courses and coaching clinics, including national and inter-provincial championships held in Pakistan, for sports federations and associations, quality and international standard kits and sports equipment are supplied and provided at discounted prices for the sake of promotion of sports.”

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 27 Jan, 2023

US, German Consuls General praise encourage special athletes

Sports Bulletin Report KARACHI: United States of America (USA) and German Consuls General in Karachi praised and encouraged Pakistan's special athletes for competing in Special Olympic Games 2023, which will be held in Berlin Germany. Both diplomats were speaking in a ceremony that was hosted by Chairperson Special Olympic Pakistan, Ronak Lakhani in honor of the special players who will be participating in the Special Olympic World Games 2023. US Consul General in Karachi, Nicole Theriot, said that the special players were an inspiration for everyone and are a shining example for Pakistani society. "I am really proud of these young athletes, who are working hard to represent Pakistan at the Berlin Special Olympics 2023," she said. "It is a great experience to spend time with such talented athletes." The US Consul General recalled that the Special Olympic Games originated in the United States. "Today I feel happy and proud to attend the event representing my country here. I am excited for your participation in the upcoming games as the United States strongly advocates for the rights and equality of persons with disabilities in every respect, including sports." German Consul General Rüdiger Lotz said: "I wish all these players a great time in Berlin and sincerely hope that not only do they perform at their best with their abilities but also learn and gain experience by playing against special players from around the world while enjoying the game and make the victory podium by doing so." Special Olympic Pakistan Chairperson Ronak Lakhani said: “The athletes who win the honours for the country are role models for all. They are differently abled and by no means are less than the others. I hope that this time too, like in the past, our athletes will win the medals at the Special Olympics and bring dignity and pride to Pakistan by securing medals."

SPORTS NEWS - National 13 Jan, 2023

Saad Asif completes World Academy of Sports course for athletes

Sports Bulletin Report KARACHI: Pakistan Olympic Association's nominee, Saad Asif has completed the World Academy of Sports online course for athletes. This was an online course developed for student athletes aged between 15 and 18 years. It was targeted at those athletes who want to gain a broader understanding of the tools needed to become successful and knowledgeable athletes. It may be mentioned here that the Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) of every 72 countries had nominated two athletes each to participate in this course. The course was consisted of 5 key areas that were designed by experts and officials that had been working with athletes for a long time. At the end of every module, there was a test which included MCQs regarding the information on that particular topic. Every participant needed to secure above 75 percent to claim the certificate. Meanwhile Squash legend & former World Champion Jahangir Khan, Former Hockey Captain Olympian Islahuddin, President Pakistan Olympic Association Lt Gen (R) Syed Arif Hassan, Secretary General Mohammad Khalid Mehmood, Vice President Fatima Lakhani, President Pakistan Taekwondo Federation Col ® Waseem Janjua, CEO Omer Saeed & others congratulated to young Saad on his achievement.