Jammu, Sep 1: Nasir Ajaz Sofi, a young spiker from Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, has earned selection for the India Volleyball Camp organised by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), marking a major step toward representing the country in the upcoming International Volleyball Championship in China.
As per a statement issued, Nasir’s exceptional spiking skills and outstanding performance have earned him a spot among the 23 probable selections from a pool of 192 talented players from 27 affiliate units across the country.
Recognised as one of the brightest volleyball stars in J&K, Nasir’s talent and dedication have been praised by coaches Naresh Kumar and Azhar Aziz Raina, who believe he has the potential to excel on the international stage.
Nasir’s selection is a proud moment for Jammu and Kashmir, and his achievement serves as an inspiration to young sportspersons in the region. His impressive performance in the 67th National School Games, where he helped J&K’s U-14 Boys Volleyball team qualify for the national scene, has paved the way for his selection to the India Volleyball Camp.
Director General of Youth Services and Sports, Anuradha Gupta, congratulated Nasir on his achievement, saying, “With your extraordinary skill and exceptional talent, you have made the entire Union Territory proud. You have set a benchmark for young sportspersons and will serve as an inspiration for them. Good luck for future endeavours.”
