QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER

Additionally, in association with Y-Ultimate, Simply Sport aided in organizing the UDAAN 2024 frisbee tournament and provided financial backing for the event. Furthermore, in collaboration with FSSA, Simply Sport supported teams in accessing key tournaments and extended its assistance to tribal students by offering soft skills coaching. These partnerships underscore Simply Sport's commitment to fostering sporting excellence.

Expanding upon the comprehensive range of topics covered in previous sessions, this offline workshop delved into essential areas, including sports education, teamwork and management strategies, understanding period issues, and grasping banking fundamentals. This time, the cohort was also assigned group projects which they are working on for the next three months. They will present their projects to our esteemed guests at their Graduation Ceremony.

A highlight of this quarter was welcoming Dr. Anthony Hackney, a world-renowned expert in female exercise physiology and endocrinology, as an advisor to SSF. Dr. Hackney brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience to our team, with 40 years of dedicated research, over 300 peer-reviewed publications, and multiple Fulbright scholarship awards. His involvement underscores our commitment to grounding our initiatives in the most current and comprehensive scientific insights available.

The initiative not only spread valuable knowledge but also cultivated a collaborative environment conducive to continuous learning and improvement in the field of mental health in sport. These workshops were conducted in partnership with esteemed institutions, including the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Bengaluru and Jain University's prestigious Sport School.

At Simply Periods, the year started with a big partnership announcement with the Badminton World Federation. Through this partnership, we are looking towards creating a female athlete health module certification and doing research on menstrual health in Badminton across the world. We partnered with Fit 2 Sport to expand the reach of our workshops in the state of Maharashtra. We also partnered with the All India Football Federation for their Women’s Day celebrations, where we conducted three workshops and one seminar on menstruation and female athlete health.  In March, we partnered with the Badminton Association of India, where we were made part of the Grassroots Coach Development Program and conducted a module on menstruation and sports performance across BAI’s 4 centres across India.
 

Indiradhanush Trust

To empower young athletes, The Simply Sports Foundation in collaboration with Indiradhanush Trust, donated the sports equipment to three Government schools in the outskirts of Bengaluru. A total of 250 students were benefited by this donation.

National Youth Day

On National Youth Day, Simply Smiles hosted a webinar focusing on comprehending mental health in sports specifically tailored for athlete support staff. The webinar emphasized the pivotal role support staff play in an athlete's life and underscored how early identification of mental health challenges can enhance an athlete's growth. The session facilitated an interactive and educational dialogue on strategies for support staff to establish a psychologically safe environment for athletes.

Her breakthrough came when she represented India in both the U-18 and U-20 Asian Rugby Cups, showcasing her talent on an international stage and bringing pride to her nation. Though she fell short of clinching the championship titles, her achievements reverberated far beyond the rugby field, inspiring countless young girls to embrace their passions and break free from the shackles of societal expectations.

As she strides forward, Parbati's dreams extend beyond personal glory. She envisions a future where girls from her village and beyond have the opportunity to pursue their passions fearlessly. With her sights set on becoming an English teacher, she aims to inspire and empower the next generation, just as rugby has empowered her.

Parbati Hansdah, the fearless girl from Baripada, Assam, stands as a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of one's dreams, no matter the odds.

Kavana joined SSF as a human resources intern and is currently pursuing her MSWHRDM from Christ University, with an interest in networking and building connections with people. She has previously worked with an NGO focusing on children’s education and health. She believes that pursuing a vide variety of interests helps in opening up various avenues to explore.

Nitin has joined SSF as an operations intern and is currently pursuing his final semester of BBA in sports management from PES university. He is truly enthusiastic about managing events and their operations. He is also passionate about art.

Richy Nirmai is pursuing a BBA in Sports Management from PES university and has joined SSF as an intern, being really passionate about sports he believes that he had a great experience interacting with and learning from his colleagues at SSF, since it provides an amicable and inclusive work culture which helps him in ideating his experience with his goals.

.Shreya Sengar is pursuing a B.Com Industry Integrated from Mount Carmel College. 

She was born and raised in Madhya Pradesh, just moved to Bengaluru, and for the last five years she has been exploring this new place and believes that it has been really exciting. 

She loves photography and travelling to new places. She joined SSF as an HR/Communications intern as she was drawn to this job because of the opportunity for growth and advancement. She is eager to learn new skills and take on new challenges and sees this role as a perfect fit for her career goals. She is excited about the company's mission and values, and believes in the work that SSF does and how it adds value to athlete’s lives.

Abhirami Dayanandan has recently joined SSF as a CSR intern. While pursuing her MSW in Clinical and Community Practice at Christ University, she worked in various community and clinical settings as part of her internships. With a background in Zoology and a passion for using sports to promote physical and mental well-being, she is excited to contribute to SSF's mission of creating positive impacts and to work in its supportive work culture.

Sriram has a great deal of experience working in the female athlete space, his work is deep-rooted in public health with significant work experience at UNICEF, focusing on maternal and child healthcare. He also specialises in functional fitness aiming to unlock the true potential of female athletes by understanding their physiology. He is dedicated to creating an open dialogue around menstruation, leveraging vast public health expertise to support athletes.

Rajesh was a former head of the Department of Physical Education and hence he brings a wealth of educational insight to his role. He is a strong advocate for women’s health and sports participation, fueled by personal advocacy and a commitment to societal betterment. He aims to elevate the role of sports in society empowering women through education and active participation.

Anuja Patel is a clinical dietitian and Sports Nutritionist deeply invested in correcting food misconceptions and supplement misuse in sports. She was inspired by her daughter’s weightlifting journey, aiming to make a significant impact at the grassroots level. She is committed to transforming the nutritional landscape for female athletes and promoting health and well-being.

Supriya Raulo is a former Karate athlete who transforms her combat sports discipline into a fight against nutritional misinformation among female athletes, she merges the wisdom of plant science with cutting-edge nutritional practices to revolutionize athlete diets. Committed to educating female athletes, Supriya is dedicated to using her skills to foster self-awareness and well-being among athletes.

Payal holds a Master’s in Sports Psychology from Liverpool John Moores University, equipped with global insights into athlete mindset. As a Sportswoman herself, she understands the challenges of menstruation and aims to address them from a physiological and biological standpoint. She aims to use her position to spread awareness and help athletes achieve their goals, bolstered by her work on projects like the Herlzone Project.

Renu Yadav Currently diving deep into sports nutrition and management in Mysuru, Renu is preparing to bring fresh insights into women’s sports. She is keen on understanding the real-world challenges faced by female athletes to help them reach their pinnacle. Driven by the desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of female athletes through nutrition and education, Renu is excited to be a part of this.