Oakridge holds Grand Annual Sports meet in the city

Hyderabad, October 2017: Oakridge International School organized the much awaited Annual Sports Day today for the students of Grade 4-12 at the massive lush greenGachibowli Stadium. Oakridgers competed neck-to-neck in the 100 mts , 200 mts and 4x100 mts relay races. Student also showcased their skills in aerobics, yoga, and taekwondo.

The event was graced by one of the Oakridge Alumni, Anindith Reddy Konda as the chief guest. Mr.Anindith is a four-time Indian National Racing Champion and has won many laurels at the National & International Circuit level.

Speaking on the occasion, Anindith said, “While I was a student at Oakridge, I loved playing sport. I was in school teams and I’m glad to see how the school is encouraging sports among students. Sports helped me become the individual I am today - confident, a team player and someone who has many friends from the teams I have been a part of.”

Oakridge believes that sports, is an important part of school life and children who take part in sports receive many social, mental and psychological benefits. In other words, academic learning and sports education are known to be the two sides of the coin which help built the overall personality of the student.

 “Sports Day is one of the most important activities in the school calendar. It is our largest internal sports competition, and is eagerly looked forward to, by so many students, teachers and families. It is also our opportunity to recognise and support students who are participating in sports activities at the highest level both nationally and internationally.” said ArjunRao, Principal of Oakridge International School