KARIMNAGAR, OCT.26 : The Karimnagar Joint District Handball Association successfully conducted selection trials for junior girls under-19 players at Ambedkar Stadium in Karimnagar on Monday. Around fifty to sixty young female athletes participated, demonstrating exceptional skill and athletic prowess. Following rigorous performance evaluations, the selection committee finalized the district squad for the upcoming state-level championship.
Association President Veerla Venkateshwar Rao and General Secretary Basaraveni Laxman announced that the selected players will represent Karimnagar at the state-level handball tournament scheduled to be held in Khammam from October 31 to November 2, 2026. Organizers emphasized that such grassroots selection camps are crucial for promoting women’s sports and providing structured platforms for talented athletes to shine at higher competitive levels.
Master Athletics International Player and General Secretary Neelam Laxman graced the event as a special guest, while coaches Venkatesh and Prabhakar oversaw the smooth conduct of the trials. Physical education teachers Amarender, Shivaji, Sai Vijay, Sampoorna Vijay, and senior players Ramesh and Jayanth also attended to encourage the participants. Association leaders expressed confidence that proper training and ongoing encouragement will help local athletes secure stellar victories at state and national levels, boosting regional sports development.
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