The training activities continued at the CM Punjab Sports Academies being run by the Sports Board Punjab across all venues of Nishtar Park Sports Complex.
More than 35 boys and girls participated in the CM Punjab Archery Academy training session where coach M Taimoor Raza imparted specialized training on proper shooting techniques and accurate target aiming. He also organized exhibition archery contests among the trainees to assess their skills and encourage competitive spirit.
Director General Sports Punjab Muhammad Tariq Qureshi, in a statement on Tuesday said that more than 2,500 young athletes are currently undergoing training at the CM Punjab Sports Academies across the province. “The number of academies is being increased from 19 to 25 to expand opportunities for aspiring athletes”.
Director General Sports Punjab Muhammad Tariq Qureshi said that young athletes of 6 to 19 years age are receiving free professional training at CM Punjab Sports Academies under the supervision of qualified coaches in various sports disciplines throughout the year.
Director General Sports Punjab Muhammad Tariq Qureshi expressed confidence that the initiative would help produce talented athletes capable of representing Punjab and Pakistan at national and international competitions. “The expansion of the academies reflects the Punjab government's commitment to promoting sports at the grassroots level and nurturing future champions”.