Goan combat-sport athletes Erica and Giovanna De Sequeira met Sports & Youth Affairs Minister Ramesh Tawadkar and shared their sporting journey, achievements and aspirations. The Minister appreciated their dedication and assured encouragement towards their continued sporting journey.
Tag: Women In Sports
Goa’s Erica De Sequeira Creates Golden Sweep at South Zone Ju-Jitsu Championship
Goa’s 16-year-old Ju-Jitsu athlete Erica De Sequeira won four Gold Medals across four events at the South Zone Ju-Jitsu Championship 2026 in Hyderabad, earning selection for the National Championship and moving onto a pathway towards higher-level national and international competition.
ASMITA Khelo India Wushu Women’s City League 2026 to Be Held in Pernem on September 23–24
The ASMITA Khelo India Wushu Women’s City League 2026 will be held in Pernem on September 23 and 24, offering girls and women athletes a platform to compete in Sanda and Taolu. The last date for registration is September 20, with NSRS athlete registration mandatory.
From Goa to the World: 16-Year-Old Erica De Sequeira Becomes Olympians Combat Academy’s First Indian Female Athlete
Sixteen-year-old Erica De Sequeira from Goa has been signed by Olympians Combat Academy, Chennai, becoming the academy's first Indian female athlete. The talented martial artist will now represent India at prestigious international Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu championships, marking a major milestone for Indian combat sports.
Mattel Launches First Barbie Dream Team, Honouring Smriti Mandhana for Women’s Cricket
Mattel celebrates International Women’s Day by launching its first-ever Barbie Dream Team. Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana is honoured with a one-of-a-kind doll recognising her impact on women’s cricket.