Kids Hut Montessori School hosts annual sports event “Twinkle Track” in Al Khobar
Al Khobar: Kids Hut Montessori School organized its annual sports event, Twinkle Track, at the Orbits Pioneers Sports Ground in Aziziya, Al Khobar. The event was inaugurated by Hisham Sheikh, captain of the Saudi International Cricket Team, who encouraged parents to foster their children’s interests in both sports and academics, highlighting the values of teamwork and dedication.
Imran Rashid Karkala, President of the Eastern Zone Cricket Association, addressed the gathering, sharing insights about Saudi Arabia’s international cricket team to inspire the young participants. Other notable guests included Muhammad Iqbal, former headmistress Taskeen Tamanna, Kids Hut Principal Sakina Arif, and Academic Counselor A.M., with Arif Jokatte delivering words of encouragement.
The event opened with a recitation of the Quran by student Ishan Ajmal, followed by a program introduction by teacher Tazneem. Head teacher Vijila Sanju and teachers Sajna Sabib and Ashura Saath also contributed to organizing the activities.
The program featured a colorful procession and a dance performance by the students, along with a range of sports activities designed for the young attendees. Naira Abbas and Ayesha Ajwa stood out as champions in the event, and all participants were presented with awards to celebrate their efforts.
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Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs dies
Melbourne (PTI): Former Australian hockey player Michael Nobbs, who coached the Indian men's team at the 2012 London Olympics, has died after a prolonged illness.
He was 72 years old and is survived by his wife Lee Capes, a former Australian women's international and daughter Kaitlin, who is a current Hockeyroos star.
"Hockey Australia extends its deepest condolences to Michael’s family, friends, former teammates, players and all those whose lives and careers were shaped by his contribution to hockey. He will be remembered as a proud Kookaburra, a respected professional, and a servant of the sport," Hockey Australia said in a statement.
Nobbs represented Australia as a defender, playing across the half-back line and at fullback, and was renowned for his reliability, fitness and professionalism. He earned 76 international caps for Australia between 1979 and 1985, scoring one goal, and was a member of one of the strongest eras in Australian men’s hockey, said Hockey Australia on its website in its tribute.
Nobbs was an integral part of the Australian teams that competed at the 1981 Hockey World Cup in Bombay and the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
While part of a generation widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest, he consistently held his place through hard work, discipline and trust earned from teammates and coaches, Hockey Australia wrote.
Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008. While India were brilliant in the qualifiers, the team finished last at the London extravaganza which also expedited the Australian coach's sacking.
Apart from India, Nobbs also coached Japan.
