On 30th November 2024, Sacred Heart Convent Higher Secondary School, Motikunj, Mathura, organized its much-awaited Annual Sports Meet 2024. The event was conducted at the spacious police ground in Mathura, providing an ideal setting for a day filled with sportsmanship and enthusiasm.
The District Magistrate graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while the Sub-Divisional Magistrate served as the Guest of Honour. A large temporary seating arrangement was set up to accommodate parents and students, ensuring they could comfortably enjoy the event.
The day began with an opening ceremony, which included a warm welcome for the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, followed by the flag hoisting and the lighting of the sports torch by the Chief Guest. The Sports Day officially commenced with a spectacular march past by the four Houses and the declaration of the day open by the Chief Guest.
In her inspiring speech, the Sister Principal emphasized the importance of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork. Students of secondary classes enthusiastically participated in a range of events. Competitions included relay races, 100-meter and 200-meter sprints, hurdle races, volleyball, football, kabaddi, kho-kho, and tug-of-war.
The students of Primary Section also joined in with fun-filled games such as the sack race, monkey race, balloon race, dress-up race, vegetable race, hen race, spider race, octopus race, and cycle race. The younger participants displayed remarkable enthusiasm, while the senior students showcased their skills and determination.
The spirit of competition and teamwork was evident throughout the day. Parents and teachers cheered loudly, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The Chief Guest, Manager of the school and the Principal awarded the prizes to the winners, while points were awarded to the Houses based on their representatives’ performances.
To ensure a delightful experience, the school arranged refreshments for parents and students. As the event drew to a close, the Principal declared the best player of the day, who received a memento and trophy from the Chief Guest.
In her closing address, the Principal expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their presence and support. She also congratulated the teachers and students for their hard work and exceptional performances, bringing the event to a memorable conclusion.