Ghani Ur Rehman
PESHAWAR: In an effort to promote the sport of gymnastics and identify emerging talent at the junior level, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Junior Open Gymnastics Championship will be held on January 24 at the Hayatabad Sports Complex, Peshawar.
Talking to the media, gymnastics coach and event organizer/secretary Muhammad Gul said that the championship is being organized under the patronage of the Provincial Gymnastics Association and under the auspices of the Peshawar Division Gymnastics Association. He added that all arrangements for the successful conduct of the event have been completed.
Muhammad Gul stated that the primary objective of organizing this championship is to improve the standard of gymnastics in the province and provide a competitive platform for young talent. Teams from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will participate in the championship, while separate competitions have been arranged for male and female athletes. Junior players have been invited to showcase their skills under the open category.
Meanwhile, Provincial Gymnastics Association Secretary Muhammad Raja, while speaking to the media, said that the event at Hayatabad Sports Complex will provide talented gymnasts with an excellent opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. He expressed hope that such competitions would help produce future national and international-level athletes.
The Secretary General further stated that all necessary arrangements have been finalized to ensure the championship is conducted smoothly and that players are provided with a professional and conducive sporting environment.
