“The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in
winning.”
The much awaited Annual Sports day of our college was held on Friday 22nd April 2022, with great zeal, excitement and frolicsome atmosphere. All the students and teachers were very energetic that day; enthusiasm could be easily seen in their eyes. Our college organized a number of competitions for the annual sports day like 100m, 400m x relay, Javelin throw, short put and many other competitions were held on that day. The students were already divided into different houses. The participation from all the departments shows a healthy competition among the students.Taking God’s blessing is of paramount significance. Hence a special prayer was recited by our girls. This was followed by the lighting of the torch.
The
programme started by the welcome speech of our honorable Dean sir,
Dr.V.Selvanathan guided the student
regarding the future prospective and also shared his experiences regarding
sports.
Our
physical director Dr.P.Bharathy addressed the gathering and also read the
annual report of the college for the academic year 2021-2022.
On this special day, Dr. M. Grace Helina, from Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports was our chief guest. Our chief guest inaugurated the sports program by lighting the lamp and followed by a floral tribute to our founder and our former chairman Thiru. Balasubramaniam Avl. She also took the salute of the impressive march past of the students, coupled with some stirring marching music by the band.
The
students entered into the spirit of the occasion in a grand way with the oath
being administered by John from II B.A Criminology.
Our principal Capt. Dr. P. Arulmozhi
chelvan who has always been an inspiration next enlightened the gathering on
the importance of physical fitness.
Next
our secretary Mrs.Arulmozhi mam addressed the students hoping the students of
SMKC will make a mark for themselves in the sports arena at all the levels.
Thereafter, our Board member Mr. Vasu enlightened our students with his speech.
Next, our chief guest in her speech focused on the benefits of different sports
and how the aspiring youth’s energy can be utilized in re-constructing a nation
and its glory on the International front. She further highlighted that sports
can develop multiple qualities like sense of togetherness leadership skills,
stamina planning, patriotism and team work.
Next
one of our board member, addressed the students and enriched the values about
sports towards them.
After that the cultural events started. The greatness of a culture can be found in its festival. The students made the day excellent by showing up their outstanding talent.
Thereafter the final result and names of awardees were announced. The chief guest handed over the awards to the winners. Finally, within a hearty farewell, the annual sports event came to an end. The vote of thanks was given Mrs.R.Anandhy, H.O.D of Mathematics.
Thus a joyful day came to an end and everyone returned with a heart full of memories.