Santipur College
Affiliated to University of Kalyani
NAAC Accredited Co-educational Degree College
Established 1948
N.S. Road, Santipur, Nadia, W.B, 741404
Games and Sports
Hard days are the best because that’s when champions are made. — Gabby Douglas (Olympic gold medalist, gymnastics)
You can’t put a limit on anything. The more you dream, the farther you get. — Michael Phelps (Olympian winning 28 medals)
About Games and Sports in Santipur College
At Santipur College, we believe that education is not confined to classrooms alone. Physical fitness, team spirit, and discipline are equally important in shaping well-rounded individuals. With this philosophy in mind, Games and Sports form an integral part of student life on campus.
Our college boasts a vibrant sporting culture that encourages participation across a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports. Students regularly engage in practice sessions and prepare for tournaments and competitions. Facilities are available for team sports such as football, cricket, kho-kho, volleyball, badminton, and kabaddi, as well as individual events like athletics and indoor games such as carrom and table tennis.
The annual College Sports Day is a major event that brings together students, faculty, and staff to celebrate athletic talent and sportsmanship. Selected athletes also represent the college in various inter-college, district, university, and state-level competitions, often earning accolades and making the college proud.
The college also supports a dedicated Games and Sports Committee, responsible for organizing events, maintaining sports infrastructure, and encouraging active student participation throughout the year.
At Santipur College, we are committed to nurturing not only academic excellence but also physical well-being, discipline, and team-oriented growth through our dynamic sports initiatives.
Relation of Games and Sports with Physical Education Department
- Core Component: Games and sports are not separate from Physical Education; they are its most visible and practical components. Through structured play, students learn the principles of fitness, teamwork, coordination, and discipline that Physical Education seeks to develop.
- Skill Development: The department uses games and sports as tools to enhance motor skills, endurance, agility, and overall physical fitness among students.
- Character Building: Participation in sports nurtures values such as sportsmanship, leadership, cooperation, and resilience, which are central to the objectives of Physical Education.
- Holistic Growth: While classroom teaching provides the theoretical foundation of health and fitness, games and sports ensure the practical application, leading to the balanced growth of body and mind.
- Competitive Spirit: By organising competitions and annual sports, the department creates opportunities for students to apply their learning in real situations, preparing them to compete at higher levels.
Annual Sports Meet
Every year, the college hosts its Annual Sports event, which involves active participation of students.
| Sl.No. | Date | Annual Sports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27.02.2025 - 28.02.2025 | 2025 |
| 2 | 20.02.2024 - 21.02.2024 | 2024 |
| 3 | 01.03.2023 - 02.03.2023 | 2023 |
List of Sports Events
| Women | Javelin throw | High Jump | Long Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shot Put | Discus Throw | 400m run | |
| 100m run | 200m run | 4 ×100m Relay race | |
| Tug of war | Musical Chair | ||
| Men | Javelin throw | High Jump | Long Jump |
| Shot Put | Discus Throw | 400m run | |
| 100m run | 200m run | 4 ×100m Relay race | |
| 800 m run | Tug of war | Musical Chair |
Winners List
Point system for selecting the Champion
To determine the Champion, points are awarded to competitors based on their performance in events:
- 1st Position: 5 points
- 2nd Position: 3 points
- 3rd Position: 1 point
Each competitor can participate in a maximum of five events. The competitor who secures the highest total points across these events will be declared the Champion.
Games Played
| Outdoor | Football, cricket, kho-kho, volleyball, badminton, and kabaddi |
|---|---|
| Indoor | Carrom, table tennis. |
| Individual Game | Athelitics |
Games and Sports Committee
| Convener | Sri Kinkor Mondal |
|---|---|
| Member | Dr. Sanjoy Dhara |
| Member | Dr. Palash Das |
| Member | Sri. Chiranjit Ray |
| Member | Sri. Chintaharan Majumdar |
| Member | Dr. Prasenjit Mandal |
| Member | Dr. Dibyendu Biswas |
| Member | Sri. Sribash Das |
| Member | Sri. Sabir Ali Sheikh |
Achievements in Games and Sports
Students of the college have consistently demonstrated their talent, dedication, and sportsmanship in various games and sports. They have actively participated in inter-college, district, state, and national level competitions, winning medals and prizes in different events. Their achievements not only highlight their individual excellence but also bring glory and pride to the institution.
The college encourages sports as an integral part of holistic development, and the accomplishments of our students in athletics, team games, and other sporting events stand as a testimony to their hard work and commitment.
| Event | Organiser and Venue | Date | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 ×100 m relay | Inter College State Sports & Games Championship 2024-2025, Department of Higher Education, Venue: Kolkata |
17.03.2025- 18.03.2025 | Rajdeep Mahato | 2nd |
| 400 m | 57th Annual Athletic Meet, University of Kalyani Venue: Kalyani |
5.3.2025-6.3.2025 | Rajdeep Mahato | 3rd |
| 400m Men | Inter College District Sports and Games Championship 2024-2025, Department of Higher Education, Venue: Bagula College |
12.02.2025- 13.02.2025 | Rajdeep Manna | 2nd |
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