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Accelerating its focus on students’ holistic development through sports curriculum, one of India’s leading international K12 school chains, Orchids The International School announced its partnership with Indian former professional footballer and Padma Shri Bhaichung Bhutia’s ‘Bhaichung Bhutia Football Academy.’ As a part of the ‘Power Up with Legends’ series, Football Training Camps were also organized by Orchids in Haralur and Kadugodi campuses from 11 January culminating in an exclusive Masterclass on shooting skills in ootball by Bhutia on 13 January.
The primary goal of these Football Training Camps is to cultivate and enhance a culture of discipline, teamwork, determination, and athleticism in young minds at Orchids. The three-day camp aimed at honing their skills through structured training methods, insights and learning the hard and soft skills required for the game, exemplifying the essence of genuine sportsmanship.
Excited to conduct the Masterclass, Sikkimese Sniper Bhutia said, “As a footballer, my greatest victories weren’t just on the field but in inspiring the next generation. I am excited to conduct the masterclass and share my learning skills on Football with the enthusiastic participants at Orchids The International School.
“I believe that through this Masterclass and Camps, we aspire to cultivate a new generation of skilled players who will not only excel on the field but also carry the spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork in all aspects of their lives.” Similarly, highlighting the importance of such initiatives in nurturing young talent Veda Bysani, VP of Academics, Orchids The International School, emphasised the school’s commitment to providing holistic experiences for its students for their overall development.
She said, “Orchids have always been staunch supporters of sports and physical education, continually seeking opportunities to go beyond the ordinary and provide our students with an enriching experience.
“We believe in providing our students with diverse learning experiences, and Bhaichung Bhutia’s masterclass aligns perfectly with our commitment to holistic education. We are truly honored to have hosted an icon of the caliber of Bhaichung Bhutia, whose presence will have an indelible impression on our young participants.” Harsh Gupta, VP of Student Welfare, at Orchids The International School said, “Our primary goal is to guarantee that each student is provided with a priceless chance to learn from the best in their selected field.
“The masterclass and sports training camps serve as evidence of our steadfast commitment to comprehensive education. Going beyond academics, we are devoted to fostering talents and instilling values that go beyond the boundaries of the classroom.” The presence of Bhutia, with his wealth of experience, has left a mark on the students’ footballing journeys.
Orchids kickstarted its masterclasses and sports training camps for the students in Gurugram, Sonepat, Rohtak, Kolkata, Mumbai and Bengaluru with Mary Kom, Shikhar Dhawan’s Da One Sports Academy, Geeta Phogat, Ajantha Mendis and now with Bhutia.
