Six players from Goa will represent India at the BWF World Senior Championships 2025 in Pattaya, Thailand, with GBA Secretary Praveen Shenoy named as team manager.
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Sports Quota Initiated a ‘Silver Lining’ for Goan Sportspersons
Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, has emphasized the implementation of a long-overdue State-Level Sports Quota for professional college admissions. Although halted by the Bombay High Court at Goa due to procedural issues, the policy—originally introduced in 2009—may finally find its legal footing. With appeals from stakeholders like the Goa Badminton Association and the state’s growing sports culture, there’s renewed hope for young athletes to gain their rightful place in professional education and beyond.
Golden Racket: 9-Year-Old Amaira Dhumatker Makes Her Mark at All Goa Badminton Tournament
In an extraordinary display of talent and composure, 9-year-old Amaira Dhumatker stormed into the quarterfinals of the All Goa Major State Ranking Badminton Tournament (Under-15 Girls Singles) after a stunning win over the 6th seed. Her golden run ended with a valiant fight against the top seed, proving that age is no barrier to brilliance.
