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IIT Goa being one of the premier institute of India, home to some of the best brains in the country not only for academics but also quite a high standard athletes. There are various sports events taking place throughout the year including intra-hostel events, Chakravyuh, and active participation in the Inter IIT Sports Meet. The Institute lays considerable emphasis on student’s participation in various outdoor and indoor games. With participation in these activities, students are able to use their leisure time in a fruitful manner. Regular participation in these activities not only improve the general physical fitness level of the students but also helps in developing psychological attributes like leadership qualities, stress management and group dynamics.

FACILITIES

Athletics

Aquatics

Badminton

Basketball

Chess

Cricket

Football

Futsal

Gym

Table Tennis

Tennis

Volleyball

Athletics

Athletics is the base of all sports as it improves stamina and strength, which are the basic requirements for each and every sport. The college does not provide any particular facilities for athletics, but anyone who wishes to can practice running, skipping, exercising etc. on their own and the institute will try its best to cater to the needs of anyone who asks for it. IIT Goa has also shown participation in athletic events in Inter IIT Sports Meet and there is still scope to grow

Aquatics

Aquatics is one of the few sports that has an overall impact on the mind and body. Therefore, it goes without a doubt that it is encouraged enormously at IIT Goa. Currently, the aquatics team goes to (name of the pool) in Ponda, approximately 3 kms from the hostel campus, with transportation facilities being the responsibility of the college. The swim centre offers excellent pool facilities for good swimmers and learners alike. Apart from all this, IIT Goa has participated and shown tremendous excellence in inter IIT Aquatics meet 2019.

Badminton

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Badminton, being the world's fastest racquet sport, requires flexibility, stamina and agility at its best. It is not only a game of great techniques and physical fitness, but also a game of tactics. With that as the central focus, IIT Goa provides vigorous training to the willing. With 3 cemented badminton courts for each block of the hostel campus and 1 indoor court to carry on with the practise even in unsuitable weather conditions, the college offers remarkable facilities catering to the sport.

Basketball

Basketball is a game of great perseverance, endurance and devotion. The same is highlighted in IIT Goa's culture of basketball. The dedicated team of the college can be seen practising regularly, making the best out of the facilities provided. The basketball court in the hostel campus is the highlight, with the three hostel blocks surrounding it, and it is very evident that basketball is the most played and enjoyed sport in the campus. Moreover, the location and accessibility of the court are noteworthy for the students who strive to work hard towards the intricacies of the sport.

Chess

The significance of chess goes way back in history as it is known as the oldest game of skill. Chess is all: science,art and sport in one. It exercises the brain and activates critical thinking skills. Such important skills are encouraged here and enthusiasts have overflowing opportunities with inter and intra college tournaments.

Cricket

The affinity our country has for the sport is already remarkable. Cricket is a thrill, both to play and to watch. The game encourages team spirit, fosters discipline, helps build up character and bring out leadership qualities. To keep the unique spirit of this particular sport alive even in college, we offer proper facilities of cricket training, with a newly made cricket pitch inside the hostel campus itself, and evenings dedicated to coaching sessions.

Football

Football is a physically demanding game that provides an opportunity for players to improve their speed, agility, strength, hand-eye coordination and overall cardiovascular endurance. Being a sport that requires proper training to compete, IIT Goa offers the facility of training enthusiasts to their best potential. With coaching sessions being conducted regularly early in the morning, its the best shot to improve your game.

Futsal

A variant of association football is a sport in its growing stages of popularity. But in IIT Goa, it becomes a common sight to see students enjoying the sport whole heartedly in the evenings. With the provision of facilities like futsal nets and balls, the sport receives enthusiasm from both, the players and the spectators alike, especially during the tournaments.

Gym

It is no surprise that regular exercise carries many physical and mental health benefits. It boosts the brainpower and improves self confidence. So, going to the gym is a way to accomplish goals, and the hostel campus of IIT Goa provides for top notch gym facilities for students to take care of their health and fitness. With reserved timings for boys and girls, there are various equipments to . cater to everyone’s needs.

Table Tennis

It is also a sport that stimulates mental alertness and concentration and develops mental activity.It improves reflexes and playing this sport is easy on the joints. The hostel campus ios provided with 2 tables and students and faculty alike are welcome anytime to both practise and enjoy the sport as a recreational activity. With coaching sessions held in the evenings, the college also offers the chance for players to enhance their game on a competitive level.

Tennis

Tennis is a game that improves stamina, strength and agility. With the provision of a newly made tennis court inside the hostel campus itself, everyone has a chance to learn and improve their game with rigorous practise. It is one of the many sports that witness the involvement of student and faculty alike, and the sport is sure to see an immune rise in popularity in the near future of the college.

Volleyball

Being a team sport that has earned its place in every competitive level, the sport builds character, a notion of commitment and discipline. Based on explosive and dynamic manoeuvres, it requires great dedication and regular practice. To cater for the same, the hostel campus of IIT Goa provides a well-lit volleyball court, which has witnessed enthusiastic tournaments as well as hard sessions of practise.

EVENTS
Chakravyuh
Inter Block
Janmashtami Sports Event
Liga Nogomata
OUR COUNCIL
General Secretary
Sports

Bharadwaj Chakka

General Secretary Sports


+91 93920 84218
gssports@iitgoa.ac.in
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Girls' Representative

Kathak Shah

Sports Secretary Girls, Social Media Head


+91 63521 81772
shah.kathak.23042@
iitgoa.ac.in
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Indoor Sports
Secretary

Daggubelli Abhinav

Indoor Sports Secretary


+91 78427 17512
daggubelli.abhinav.23031@
iitgoa.ac.in
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Outdoor Sports
Secretary

(Cricket, Athletics, Aquatics, Tennis)


Satwik Reddy

Outdoor Sports Secretary


(Cricket, Athletics, Aquatics, Tennis)

+91 93923 88087
jammuladinne.satwik.23063@
iitgoa.ac.in
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Outdoor Sports
Secretary

(Football, Volleyball, Basketball)

Vinay Kumar reddy

Outdoor Sports Secretary


(Football, Volleyball, Basketball)

+91 63009 44255
chinthala.vinay.23031
@iitgoa.ac.in
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Cricket Representative
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Maradana Akhil
Cricket Representative
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Yash Jadhav
Football Representative
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Nitin Nishikanta Das
Athletic Representative
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M. Pranith Reddy
Volleyball Representative
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Nikhil
Chess Representative
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Ayush Raj
Lawn Tennis Representative
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Yash Pawar
Esports
Representative
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Vikas
Gym Representative
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Harsha Vardhan Naidu
Table Tennis Representative
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Ameya Sunil Bhagwat
Badminton Representative
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Yash Pawar
Basketball Representative
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Kunal Jangid
Social Media Handler
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Ankit Choudhary
Photography
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Sayanth Sunil
Photography
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Sai Krishna
Videography
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Zehaan Kadri
Videography
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