Sports Infrastructure (Play Fields)
Sports Facilities at PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Raigarh
| S.No | Sports Game | Infrastructure | Number | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basketball | Fully developed court | 1 | A standard-sized court for playing basketball, promoting team play and fitness. |
| 2 | Volleyball | Court | 1 | A designated area for volleyball, encouraging teamwork and coordination. |
| 3 | Football | Ground | 1 | A spacious field for playing football, enhancing endurance and teamwork. |
| 4 | Badminton | Courts | 2 | Two courts for badminton, facilitating both recreational and competitive play. |
| 5 | Handball | Court | 1 | A specialized area for handball, promoting agility and coordination. |
| 6 | Long Jump | Pit | 1 | A dedicated long jump pit for athletes to practice and compete in jumping events. |
| 7 | Kho-Kho | Field | 1 | A marked field for playing kho-kho, encouraging speed and strategy. |
| 8 | Kabaddi | Court | 1 | A designated court for kabaddi, promoting physical strength and teamwork. |
| 9 | Table Tennis | Table | 1 | A table for table tennis, enhancing hand-eye coordination and reflexes. |
| 10 | Children’s Park | Park | 1 | A recreational park for younger students to engage in playful activities. |
| 11 | Multi Gym | Gym | 1 | A gym equipped with various fitness equipment for strength training and overall fitness. |
| 12 | Cricket | Pitch | 1 | A well-maintained cricket pitch for practice and matches, promoting teamwork and strategy. |
| 13 | Taekwondo | Mat | 1 | A designated mat for taekwondo training, focusing on self-discipline and physical fitness. |
Advantages of Sports in School Life for Children
- Physical Health: Regular participation in sports enhances physical fitness, builds strong muscles, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
- Mental Well-Being: Sports activities help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by releasing endorphins, which elevate mood.
- Social Skills: Team sports foster cooperation, communication, and teamwork, helping children build friendships and social networks.
- Discipline and Time Management: Sports teach discipline and the importance of managing time effectively between academics and extracurricular activities.
- Leadership Qualities: Involvement in sports can provide opportunities for children to take on leadership roles, fostering responsibility and decision-making skills.
- Boosted Self-Esteem: Achievements in sports can significantly enhance a child’s self-confidence and self-image.
- Cognitive Development: Engaging in sports can improve cognitive abilities such as concentration, memory, and strategic thinking, benefiting academic performance.
- Stress Relief: Physical activity provides a healthy outlet for stress and frustration, promoting better coping mechanisms.
- Enhanced Academic Performance: Research suggests a positive correlation between physical activity and academic performance, as exercise can improve focus and cognitive processing.
- Lifelong Habits: Participation in sports instills a love for physical activity, leading to lifelong healthy habits.