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28TH CNS OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP TEED OFF AT KARACHI GOLF CLUB

7Aug

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28TH CNS OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP TEED OFF AT KARACHI GOLF CLUB

The Opening Ceremony and Media Brief of 28th Chief of the Naval Staff Open Golf Championship, scheduled from 08 Aug 24 to 11 Aug 24, was held at the picturesque Karachi Golf Club (KGC). Commander Karachi, Rear Admiral Muhammad Saleem graced the occasion as Chief Guest and inaugurated the championship. During the media brief, Patron Pakistan Navy Golf (South), Cdre Rashid Mahmood Sheikh apprised the audience on salients of championship and its conduct in various categories.The Golf Championship will be played in Professionals, Senior Professionals, Junior Professionals, Amateurs, Seniors, Veterans, Ladies Juniors and Pro Amateurs categories. The media was also briefed on the awards and cash prizes in various categories of the championship. A special prize of 'Toyota Fortuner' will be aw...

Pakistan U18 Volleyball Team Arrives in Islamabad After Winning Bronze Medal in the 15th Asian Men U18 Volleyball Championship

5Aug

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Pakistan U18 Volleyball Team Arrives in Islamabad After Winning Bronze Medal in the 15th Asian Men U18 Volleyball Championship

The Pakistan U18 Volleyball Team returned home today after an outstanding performance in the 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship, held from 28th July to 4th August 2024. The team, who secured the Bronze Medal, was warmly received at Islamabad International Airport by Ch Muhammad Akram, Secretary of the Islamabad Volleyball Association, Ehsas Iqbal, Assistant Coach of the Pakistan Volleyball Team, and Rana Waseem, Assistant Coach of the Pakistan Women's Team.Following their arrival, the team and officials had a meeting with the Director General of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). The DG PSB praised the players for their remarkable achievement at the international level, acknowledging the dedication and hard work that led to their success. He emphasized the importance of their...

Pakistan U18 Volleyball Team Secures Historic Semi-Final Spot in 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship

2Aug

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Pakistan U18 Volleyball Team Secures Historic Semi-Final Spot in 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship

The Pakistan U18 Volleyball team has achieved a significant milestone by qualifying for the semi-finals of the 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship, a feat that highlights the talent and dedication of the young athletes and the support from the Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF). This accomplishment not only marks a major success for the team but also ensures their qualification for the World Championship, a testament to their hard work and perseverance.In an intensely competitive tournament, the Pakistan team displayed remarkable skill and determination. Despite a hard-fought match today against Japan, where they faced a setback with a loss, the team’s overall performance has been commendable. Key players such as Muhtat Ali Shah, Abubaker, Muhammad Yahya, and Muhammad Anas ...

Serena Hotels Organised Tee to Triumph Golf Training Programme for Young Girls

1Aug

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Serena Hotels Organised Tee to Triumph Golf Training Programme for Young Girls

Serena Hotels, in collaboration with Margalla Greens Golf Club, is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Tee to Triumph Golf Training Programme, which took place from 22 July to 1 August 2024. This esteemed initiative, aimed at nurturing young female talent, saw the participation of 25 girls aged between 7 and 18. Throughout the programme, the participants benefitted from comprehensive training led by experienced golf coaches, who provided expert instruction on both the fundamental and advanced aspects of the game. The sessions were designed to enhance the girls' skills, build confidence, and promote teamwork. The event was honoured by the presence of Ayesha Fauzan, a distinguished golfer and a source of inspiration for aspiring young golfers. As the guest of honour, Ms Fa...

PFF conducts introductory referee course in Islamabad

31Jul

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PFF conducts introductory referee course in Islamabad

The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) conducted an introductory referee course in Islamabad. This three-day course aimed to enhance the participants' physical, technical, tactical and theoretical knowledge of refereeing.A total of 24 participants attended the course to improve their refereeing skills. The sessions were led by PFF Referee Manager Khurram Shahzad and Physical Instructor Yasir Rehman, who provided expert guidance throughout the training.A PFF spokesperson emphasized the federation's dedication to advancing refereeing standards in Pakistan, stating, "The PFF is committed to improving refereeing through various developmental courses. We have additional courses planned for the coming months, focusing on different aspects of refereeing, to further support this initiative...

Serena Hotels Supports Young Female Talent with “Tee to Triumph” Golf Training Programme

24Jul

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Serena Hotels Supports Young Female Talent with “Tee to Triumph” Golf Training Programme

Serena Hotels proudly tees off the second season of the two-week "Tee to Triumph" golf training programme for young girls, under the Sports Diplomacy Initiative. This initiative, in collaboration with the Margalla Greens Golf Club, aims to provide these aspiring golfers with a platform to learn and improve their skills in a sport that is both challenging and rewarding.The training programme, currently underway at the scenic Margalla Greens Golf Club, is attracting enthusiastic participation from over 25 young girls. They are being trained under the expert supervision of the club's coaches. The programme will conclude on August 1, 2024, with a closing ceremony.The participants have expressed their gratitude to Serena Hotels and Margalla Greens Golf Club for their unwavering support ...

PFF, PFRA discuss refereeing development in Pakistan

13Jul

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PFF, PFRA discuss refereeing development in Pakistan

The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) and the Pakistan Football Referees Association (PFRA) have engaged in extensive deliberations aimed at laying a solid foundation for the future of refereeing in Pakistan.The primary focus of the meeting was to align the PFRA constitution with the PFF statutes to ensure cohesive and standardized operations moving forward.The discussions were headed by Chairman Normalisation Committee Haroon Malik in Lahore who was accompanied by NC member Muhammad Shahid Niaz Khokhar who is also the chair of the PFF referee committee. The PFRA delegation was headed by the President Muhammad Shafiq.During the meeting, several critical aspects including governance, training, and development programs for referees across the country came under discussion. The p...

پاکستان فٹبال فیڈریشن اور پاکستان فٹبال ریفریز ایسوسی ایشن کے تبادلہ خیال میں پاکستان میں ریفرینگ کے مستقبل کیلئے ایک مضبوط بنیاد فراہم کرنے پر اتفاق کیا

13Jul

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پاکستان فٹبال فیڈریشن اور پاکستان فٹبال ریفریز ایسوسی ایشن کے تبادلہ خیال میں پاکستان میں ریفرینگ کے مستقبل کیلئے ایک مضبوط بنیاد فراہم کرنے پر اتفاق کیا

پاکستان فٹبال فیڈریشن اور پاکستان فٹبال ریفریز ایسوسی ایشن کے تبادلہ خیال میں پاکستان میں ریفرینگ کے مستقبل کیلئے ایک مضبوط بنیاد فراہم کرنے پر اتفاق کیا گیا،میٹنگ کا بنیادی مقصد پی ایف ایف آر اے کے آئین کو پی ایف ایف قوانین کے ساتھ ہم آہنگ کرنا تھا تاکہ باہمی تعاون سے معیاری آپریشنز کو آگے بڑھایا جا سکے، چیئرمین نارملائزیشن کمیٹی ہارون ملک کی سربراہی میں لاہور میں ہونے والی میٹنگ میں این سی کے رکن محمد شاہد نیاز کھوکھر بھی ہمراہ تھے جو پی ایف ایف کی ریفری کمیٹی کے چیئرمین بھی ہیں۔ پی ایف آر اے کے وفد کی سربراہی صدر محمد شفیق کر رہے تھے۔ میٹنگ کے دوران ملک بھر میں ریفریز کیلئے گورننس، تربیت اور ترقیاتی پروگراموں سمیت کئی اہم پہلوؤں پر تبادلہ خیال کیا گیا تاکہ ایسا فریم ورک وضع کیا جاسکے جو پاکستانی فٹبال کے منظم طریقہ کار کے مطابق ریفرینگ کے معیار کو مستقل مزاجی سے آگے بڑھائے۔صدر پی ایف آ...

Pakistan weightlifter Haidar Sultan back to Pakistan after winning the first ever gold medal at the BRİCS Games Kazan, Russia

19Jun

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Pakistan weightlifter Haidar Sultan back to Pakistan after winning the first ever gold medal at the BRİCS Games Kazan, Russia

Col Dr Hafiz Zafar İqbal Member İnterim Committee of Pakistan Weightlifting Federation, Mr Sajid Director PSB Coaching Centre Lahore, Zubair Yousaf Butt (President Punjab Weightlifting Association), Professor Khizar Hayat (İnternational Coach), Tariq Azam (İnternational Player) warmaly received weightlifter Haidar Sultan (who won the first ever gold medal at the BRİCS Games Kazan, Russia) along with Daniyal Aftab (who secured 4th position) and his coach Shujauddin Malik (Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist and record holder) at the Allama İqbal İnternational Airport Lahore on night 18 June 2024 after their return home. Editor: Kamran Raja

Pakistan wins First Gold Medal in the Weightlifting event of BRICS Games being held at Kazan city of Rusia.

14Jun

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Pakistan wins First Gold Medal in the Weightlifting event of BRICS Games being held at Kazan city of Rusia.

Haidar Sultan of Pakistan wins First Gold Medal while Daniyal Aftab secures 4th Position in the Weightlifting event of BRICS Games being held at Kazan city of Rusia. In the third day of the BRICS Games, Daniyal Aftab of Pakistan secured 4th position in the 89 kg body weight category. Daniyal Aftab participated in the 89 kg body weight category and lifted 133 kg in the Snatch and 165 kg in the Clean & Jerk events, with a total lift of 298 Kg, which was 4 kg more than his best total at any domestic competetion. This was first appreance of Daniyal Aftab at any international event. Earlier, in a stunning competition with Russians, Haider Sultan of Pakistan had won the first ever Gold Medal for Pakistan in BRICS Games, being held in the Kazan city of Russia. Haidar Sultan contested in the...