Pakistan Netball Federation has announced the squad for the Pakistan Junior Girls Netball team participating in the Asian Youth Netball Championship 2023 in South Korea. IoBM students Hamna Mudassar and Haya Gul have been selected for the Team with Hamna named as the team Captain. The Championship will be played from June 10-17, 2023.
The selection of IoBM students Hamna Mudassar and Haya Gul to represent Pakistan at the Asian Youth Netball Championship aligns closely with SDG 4: Quality Education, which emphasizes the importance of inclusive and equitable education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. By participating in international sports events, these students exemplify how educational institutions can foster holistic development and empowerment through extracurricular activities. Furthermore, their achievement resonates with SDG 5: Gender Equality, as it highlights the active involvement of young women in sports, promoting gender equality and empowering future female leaders in various fields. The recent selection of IoBM students for the Pakistan Junior Girls Netball team underscores the institution's commitment to SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 5: Gender Equality. By empowering young women to participate in international competitions, IoBM demonstrates the vital role of education in promoting gender equality and supporting the development of well-rounded individuals.
The team comprises Hamna Mudassar, Haya Gul, Zainab Shujaat, Areesha, Aimen Mehmood, Alveera Kashif, Zainab Raheel, Muqaddas Fatima, and Mahin Aleem. Anwar Ahmed Ansari will serve as the Coach, while Nisha Sultan is the Assistant Coach. 11 teams including Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Korea, Chinese Taipei, Brunei, and Singapore are participating in the Championship. Pakistan will play five matches in its group on June 10 (vs. Japan), June 11 (vs Thailand), June 12 (vs. Hong Kong), June 13 (vs Malaysia), and June 14 (vs India).