Badminton is a popular sport in India, but it often lacks the recognition and exposure it deserves. That’s why actress Geetanjali Mishra, who owns the team Net Ninjas, is excited about the upcoming Yuva Badminton League. She believes that this tournament will not only showcase the talent and passion of the players, but also inspire more people to take up the game.
The Role of a Team Owner
As a team owner, Geetanjali Mishra has a lot of responsibilities. She has to ensure that her team of 7 to 10 players has the best facilities, training, and support to compete in the league. She also has to motivate them to perform well and win the trophy.
“I think the role of a team owner is to make sure the team has everything to play the game well, and possibly, win the league. The role as a team owner comes with a lot of responsibilities, for example, if I am a player, I just have to focus on my game to do better but when I own a team, that consists of 7 to 10 players, then I have to ensure that they get proper infrastructure to practice and compete in the league against other teams,” she says.
The Future of Badminton in India
Geetanjali Mishra is confident that the Yuva Badminton League will give a boost to the game in India. She says that badminton is a game that everyone can relate to, as most people have played it as a kid or teenager. That’s why the league has a hashtag as #GharGharKaGame.
“Badminton is a game which everyone must have played as a kid or as a teenager. That’s why we have given a hashtag as #GharGharKaGame. Unfortunately, badminton has never got that recognition. Now, the only thing it needs is a boost so that people get more inclined towards it on a bigger level, and not just as a game that is played on streets or in colonies. It’s time to bring badminton out of the streets, and into national courts,” she says.
The Importance of Sports for the Young Generation
Geetanjali Mishra also emphasizes the importance of having such tournaments to encourage the young generation to play sports. She says that in the era of digitalization, where everything is done online, sports can provide a healthy and fun way to socialize and compete.
“It is really unfortunate that we’re in an era of digitalisation. Everything from religious processions to office meetings and classes are done online now. I really appreciate these kinds of initiatives or sports leagues which will promote the young generation to come out of the house, leaving their phone and computer behind; and compete,” she says.
The Need for More Content on Sports
Geetanjali Mishra is not only a team owner, but also an actress. She hopes that more films and shows will be made on sports, as they can generate more interest and awareness among the audience. She says that films and shows on sports have done wonders for the game, and she wants to see more of them.
“Why just films, even OTT series and TV shows should be made focusing on games. I feel like whichever films have been on sports have done wonders for that game, and we must only come out with bigger, better content that promotes sports,” she says.
About Yuva Badminton League
Yuva Badminton League is a tournament that aims to make badminton accessible to every household in India. It was started by Pawan Jangid, who is the founder, Capt. Vineet Chaturvedi, CEO and Co-Founder, Capt. Pawan Gupta – Chief Commercial Officer. The league features eight teams, each owned by a celebrity or a sports personality. The league will start in March 2024 and will be telecasted on various platforms.
If you are a fan of badminton or want to learn more about the game, don’t miss the Yuva Badminton League. It will be a thrilling and entertaining experience for everyone.
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