Finance is always considered to be an alien subject matter to the majority. Or is it really?! To look beyond the numbers and trying to explore what is known as ‘FINANCIAL FREEDOM’ is the need of the hour. This can be done by becoming ‘FINANCIALLY LITERATE’ and understanding the patterns and the finer nuances of our personal finances. If you have the question, ‘Why are we boggling our minds over finance being in the sports domain? Isn’t it something that the geeks should worry about’? You are not alone! The importance and relevance of finance, especially in Sports is something that is often ..read more

In the dynamic world of sports, where inches and milliseconds can make the difference between victory and defeat, the impact of a coach extends far beyond the X's and O's of strategy. A coach's personality plays a pivotal role in shaping the athlete's experience, motivation, and, ultimately, performance on the field or court. From inspiring confidence to fostering a supportive team culture, the coach's demeanour and approach can significantly influence the athlete's success. Motivation and Inspiration A coach's personality can serve as a powerful source of motivation and inspiration for a ..read more

Student-athletes lead a unique and demanding lifestyle, balancing both schoolwork and sports, which can be very stressful. Even though they might be great at sports, dealing with all these pressures can be tough on their minds. Recent studies show that student-athletes are more likely to have mental health problems, highlighting the need for greater support and awareness within the athletic community.  A study in the US looked at college athletes in NCAA sports. It found that about 10 to 15% of them have serious mental issues needing counselling. What's even more ..read more

In recent years, India has achieved great feats in the realm of sports. India’s performance in the 2023 Asian Games held in China was a testament to that. With the nation's athletes making such great leaps on the international stage, it is evident that India is becoming a sporting powerhouse. However, while the physical and technical know-how of the game is crucial for the athlete to emerge victorious, the crucial part that often goes unnoticed, which is fundamental to the athlete’s success, is psychological safety. What exactly is Psychological Safety (PS)? PS refers to the emotional and men ..read more

The winners of the Arjuna Awards 2023 have been announced, recognizing the outstanding achievements of 26 athletes across a diverse range of sports in India. This prestigious honor, named after the legendary archer Arjuna from the Mahabharata epic, is bestowed annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. These athletes were bestowed upon with the award on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, by Droupadi Murmu, the President of India.  This year's winners were selected by a committee of eminent sportspersons. The committee considered the athletes' performances in national and international ..read more

Why is it so important to build a support system for athletes in the sporting environment An athlete’s support system can include various individuals in their life, for example, their parents, coaches, teammates, friends and significant others. Each of these individuals, knowingly or unknowingly, can impact an athlete’s performance and well-being both on and off the field. The simple question to ask is, why does this happen? Why do incidents in an athlete's social and personal life affect their sporting environment? Let us look at two cases of different athletes. Case Study 1: Athlete in a Su ..read more

The Indian Wrestler’s protest has been a burning issue in the sports scene for quite some time now. Top Indian wrestlers, namely – Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, and Vinesh Phogat, have been the frontrunners in these protests. The protest is based on the alleged sexual harassment of female athletes by Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) federation members. However, with no action being taken in favour of athletes and no strict action against the perpetrators, this led to the protests being carried out once again. While the protests have been a hot topic for discussion and debate, it is also vit ..read more

The ICC 2023 World Cup ended in yet another heartbreak for India, as they lost the finals to now six-time champions Australia. India failed once again to break the ICC trophy jinx. Although, their performance throughout the marquee one-day tournament has been a massive takeaway. But what comes as another huge takeaway from this tournament is the commendable initiative taken by the ICC. What is this initiative? And why is it important to be discussed about? Well, let’s find out! The International Cricket Council (ICC), the governing body of cricket worldwide, has announced a groundbreaking ini ..read more

In the world of sports, emphasis on mental health has recently gained significant recognition. The sporting world places a multitude of demands on athletes as they have several challenges that come hand in hand with playing a sport at any level. Often, athletes face mental health challenges that might go unnoticed by the ones around them. It is important for coaches to intervene when this occurs. This is because coaches play a vital role in supporting an athlete’s mental well-being, and hence, they must learn to employ various techniques to foster a positive and supportive sporting environment ..read more

Simply Sport foundation hosted the 1st annual grassroots awards night in December 2022. The event aimed to celebrate the achievements in India's grassroots sports ecosystem. In total, five awards were awarded in various categories, along with the launch of the SSF white paper on 'Women in Sports: Breaking barrier in Sports' and a new initiative, 'Simply Periods'. The five winners of the awards come from various parts of India and uniquely promote grassroots sports. In this article, we are giving you a peek into their background and how they impact India's sports ecosystem. 1. Grassroots Sports ..read more