Sri Vijaya Puram, November 9: The Sports Authority of India (SAI), STC, Sri Vijaya Puram, will be conducting selection trials for the induction of residential athletes in the disciplines of Rowing (Girls height 160 cm and above/Boys height 170 cm and above), Kayaking & Canoeing and Football (Girls) to fill the existing vacancies at the Centre. Girls and boys in the age group of 10 to 14 years are eligible to participate in the selection trials. The trials will be held at Netaji Stadium, SAI STC, Sri Vijaya Puram, on November 15 at 9 AM.
The objective of the trials is to identify talented young sportspersons and provide them with an opportunity to undergo professional sports training under the SAI Residential Scheme. Under the Residential Scheme, selected athletes are provided with free lodging and boarding, sports kits, competition exposure, educational expenses and medical insurance, as per the applicable SAI norms.
Candidates attending the selection trials must bring the following documents in original, along with one set of photocopies of all the documents: Original Birth Certificate; Aadhaar Card; Sports Certificates, with preference given to State and National-level medal winners and participants; four passport-size photographs; and Medical Fitness Certificate.
For further details or enquiries regarding the selection trials, interested candidates may contact SAI STC, Sri Vijaya Puram, through Email ID: saiandaman88@gmail.com or Instagram ID: @sai.andaman. Contact details of coaches are: Football Coach – 9531879321; Rowing Coach – 9441188645, 9440533793; and Assistant Coach (Kayaking & Canoeing) – 9531956474 / 6297596680.
