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Stay Focused And Fulfil Your Dreams: Women Athletes Advice To State U-19 Girls | Jaipur News
Jaipur: Top athletes from Rajasthan came together for a special session on Saturday, where they interacted with the Under-19 women cricketers of the state and motivated them to never give up on their dreams of making it big in the sporting world. Prominent names like race-walker Sapna Punia, shot-putter Shatabdi Avasthi, cricketer Jasia Akhtar and handball player Prachi Gurjar were present on the occasion, along with chief selector of Rajasthan senior women’s cricket committee Gangotri Chauhan who moderated the session.
The event was organised by Aadishakti Women Foundation in collaboration with Marwadi International Federation.
Sharing her experience, Olympian Sapna said, “A lot of things were said when people saw me during practice and many of them even made fun of my walk as they were clueless about the racewalk. But their comments never deterred me and distracted me from my goal. I never paid heed to the background noise and kept myself focused on what I wanted to achieve. After I started representing India, everyone’s reactions around me changed and they all wanted to click pictures with me. So always listen to yourself and work hard until you achieve what you desire.”
Batter Jasia advised youngsters to stay focused. “There was a time when I had no shoes to wear for practice. I trained in bathroom slippers when I started playing cricket. But things have changed now as my hard work has paid off. So, my advice to all the youngsters is to stay focused and commit yourself hundred percent to your goal. We all are lucky that our parents have allowed us to play, so always try not to disappoint them and never lose hope. Go out and practice with full energy. Also, never get swayed by media attention as in the end, it is your effort that will help you achieve big things in life,” she said.
Paralympian Shatabdi shared, “There will be people around you who will demotivate you. And if you are a woman playing a sport, things become even more difficult. But stay true to yourself and be convinced that you can do anything in this world. Despite being in a wheelchair when I can achieve so much, so can every other woman. You just have to train hard and focus on your strength.”
Prachi added, “Always remember that winning or losing is a part of the entire process, but what will count in the end is your dedication towards your goal.”
The event was organised by Aadishakti Women Foundation in collaboration with Marwadi International Federation.
Sharing her experience, Olympian Sapna said, “A lot of things were said when people saw me during practice and many of them even made fun of my walk as they were clueless about the racewalk. But their comments never deterred me and distracted me from my goal. I never paid heed to the background noise and kept myself focused on what I wanted to achieve. After I started representing India, everyone’s reactions around me changed and they all wanted to click pictures with me. So always listen to yourself and work hard until you achieve what you desire.”
Batter Jasia advised youngsters to stay focused. “There was a time when I had no shoes to wear for practice. I trained in bathroom slippers when I started playing cricket. But things have changed now as my hard work has paid off. So, my advice to all the youngsters is to stay focused and commit yourself hundred percent to your goal. We all are lucky that our parents have allowed us to play, so always try not to disappoint them and never lose hope. Go out and practice with full energy. Also, never get swayed by media attention as in the end, it is your effort that will help you achieve big things in life,” she said.
Paralympian Shatabdi shared, “There will be people around you who will demotivate you. And if you are a woman playing a sport, things become even more difficult. But stay true to yourself and be convinced that you can do anything in this world. Despite being in a wheelchair when I can achieve so much, so can every other woman. You just have to train hard and focus on your strength.”
Prachi added, “Always remember that winning or losing is a part of the entire process, but what will count in the end is your dedication towards your goal.”
