Sport is usually governed by a set of rules and customs, which serve to ensure fair competition. In San we always encourage students to participate in physical activity, in which students observe, learn, understand and perform. August 4 th sports day theme for nursery, kinder garden and class 1 was “Nursery rhyme”. Students rendered a grand parade headed by school band, it was a visual treat to Watch tiny tots waving their prop candy, star, jingle bells and four seasons in sequential line. Students surprised us with their old McDonald, Rain rain go away and instrumental drill. They never left audience empty all were amazed to see the way they performed their individual class display events. They learnt to stay strong mentally, never had fear to move forward. Coordination by children was phenomenal. All the winners were given certificate and medal as a token of appreciation.

The more difficult the victory ,the greater the happiness in winning. Apart from commemorating victories, sports meets also aim at imparting lessons on sportsman spirit and camaraderie to children. San Academy, Kamakoti nagar commemorated its second Annual Sports day on 4th of August 2018 at the YMCA grounds Nandanam, Chennai with great zeal, excitement and frolicsome atmosphere. The renowned international basket ball player Mr. Justin Gnanaraj graced the occasion with his august presence by accepting our invite to preside over as the chief guest for the occasion. The chief guest and Principal Mrs.Ganga Natarajan 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 with the oath being administered by the sports captain. The most intriguing aspect, embellishing the event, was the splendid field displays,drills, involving mass student participation, which splattered on the field, a riot of hues and vibrance based on the theme “traditional games”. A peppy and energising drill by the students of class VI-VIII was a phenomenal show. Students of class IV and V with their colourful and vibrant fans mesmerized the audience with a great show. Students of class II and III displayed a majestic show dressed as goats and tigers. Students of class II-VIII competed in events including sack race, skipping, tire rolling, nadai vandi race, nungu vandi race, turban tying, seven stones, uppu mootai, head balancing, three leg walking, two leg hopping. Fun time with fathers and mothers events added to the enjoyment.Once the races began, the air was filled with cheering and tons of encouragement for the young athletes. Each drill and display event was uniquely designed and meticulously planned, which was witnessed as the culmination of weeks of arduous training under the able stewardship of our teachers. Those who emerged victorious on this day were beguiled and applauded by all present at the venue. The chief guests for the occasion and our Principal gave away the prizes to the champions of the day. It was a day filled with sportsmanship, enthusiasm and memories to cherish. The Principal of our esteemed institution thanked all the coordinators, teachers for their cooperation and support and advised children to keep up their sportsman spirit. The day ended with a cheerful note, heralding the year 2018, filled with promises for all the young sports enthusiasts.

The winners in different categories are:

Sports Day brings new energy in the hearts and minds of the children. This day is marked with great joy and discovers the inner talent of a child in the field of sports. Sports stresses on the importance of coming out and putting in physical effort that directly reflects on the health and fitness of the participants. Mass drill help in large muscle co-ordination resulting in physical wellbeing apart from inculcating sportsmanship, leadership, unity, competitive spirit among the child. The 3rd Annual Sports day was held on Saturday, 27th July 2019 for Kindergarten and Class 1 students with lots of excitement and enormous enthusiasm. On this special day San Academy Kamakoti nagar felt proud and blessed with the presence of our beloved Managing Director R Archana , our multifaceted chief guest_Dr Pon Anbarasu and all the dignitaries, parents, well-wishers and friends. Growing up in an urban environment, there’s one thing we know our children are missing out on…Yes, it is “the farm “and the activities associated with it. The farm is where our food comes from and livestock reared. It’s all about hard work and knowing Mother Nature. The children of Kindergarten and class I chose a rustic theme “Down at the Farm “as their 3rd annual day theme. The Guest of honour was Dr. Pon Anbarasan, a Doctorate of Philosophy in Physical Education at Tamilnadu Physical Educator and Sports University. The day began with flag hoisting by our Chief Guest, followed by a special and colourful Parade by our KG and Class 1 children. The children welcomed the gathering to the Rustic theme – “Down at the farm” by waving colourful flowers, veggies, fruits and farmer’s tools. It was a pleasure to see the tiny tots of KG participating in various track events with lots of enthusiasm. The track events were also based on the theme, like, lets go swimming, Riding a pony, Sowing seeds, pumpkin harvest and many more. The Class 1 students not only participated in 50 and 75 metre dash but also on the theme - over the haystack ,riding a bike, tisket tasket flowers in a basket with full energy. The audience witnessed fascinating and splendid drills. The ancient form of martial arts, Silambam, and self-defense techniques of Karate were demonstrated by the students of class 1. There were special games arranged for parents too. Parents participated with full energy with their wards cheering them. The chief guest in his address shared his own experience and spoke about the importance of sports in schools. Everyone realized that when children participate in school sports, it provides a sense of belonging and being part of a group enables them to work in a team. The sports day came to an end by lowering the school flag and singing the National Anthem. At the end of the day we were thrilled to see the enthusiasm among both parents and children

“Talent wins games, but team-work and intelligence wins championships“. Sports day, a very important event in every school calendar, is a platform to show case the talent and efforts put in by the students to display their self – confidence, patience, zeal and sportsman ship The much awaited Annual Sports Day was held on Saturday, 27th July, with great zeal, excitement and frolicsome atmosphere. As the chief goal of SAN ACADEMY Group of schools is to bring all-round development for the students; sports has been introduced from Pre KG itself. Our Sports Day always revolves around a theme. After a widespread survey and extensive contemplation it was decided on “National Games of the World”, to introduce a few selected National Sports, Games of different nations and some popular sport as well. After a great deal of planning and training the day commenced with epitome of energy, colour and style. The Guest of honour was Mr. Johnson Selvanayagam Former Volley Ball player (FCI), he has also been Tamil Nadu coach for several years nurturing young talents. The hoisting of flag was followed by March past, coupled with some stirring marching music by the band, the Olympic torch was lighted by the School Sports Captain, Sri Harsha Pitani of Class IX the solemn oath taking and the declaration of the Sports Meet open by our Chief Guest, the track events and the drills commenced. It was a delight to see the excitement with which children challenged themselves to attempt variety of races like the sprint, middle distance race and the relay. The display track events featured different national sports and games. One could witness meticulous planning and execution of the events, making each event unique. Exclusive innovation could be seen in the games of lacrosse, badminton, archery, gymnastics, swimming, boxing, shooting, golf, hockey, dribbling the ball, weightlifting, slow cycling, skating, etc. The audience could witness splendid field drills, drills which blended with the track events. The ancient form of martial arts, Silambam, and self-defense techniques of Karate were demonstrated by the students. Each technique was described by the announcer for those who were not in the know-how of the same. Games were kept for parents too. Parents who had been so encouraging and cheering our students all long had their moment of glory on the field with their wards cheering them on. The Chief Guest, in his address reminisced about his school days and how he always wanted to play for his country. He spoke about the importance of having self belief, being focused and goal oriented. The day was filled with exciting victories and near misses for all the houses. At the end of the day everyone present realized that sport is and should be an integral part of everyone’s life. Sports help us lead a healthy life and also teach us how to play honestly, win honorably, loose gracefully, respect authority, how to adjust with others, learn management and importance of time in the long run. At the end of the day, students departed with a clear smile on their faces. It was a day filled with sportsmanship, enthusiasm and memories to cherish.