LAHORE - The ITF/PTF Wheelchair Tennis Development Initiative Coaching Camp commenced at the Custom Public School in Nipa, Karachi, marking the third venue for this impactful program.
The camp, which spans two months, has attracted seven dedicated players, including international tennis talents Muhammad Ayub Khan and Fida Hussain. Robin Das, a seasoned coach, leads the training sessions, while Muhammad Khalid Rehmani oversees the camp’s coordination as the Camp Commandant.
Custom Public School’s generous support in providing a venue for this extended duration camp has been met with gratitude from both the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) and the Sindh Tennis Association (STA). Salman Karim Mughal, along with the STA Wheelchair Coordination Committee, played a vital role in facilitating the camp. The opening day of the camp witnessed the presence of notable figures, including Mr. Kaamil, M Khalid Rehmani, Ishrat Zehra, Waseem Baloch, Khalid Barohi, Sarwar Hussain, and Salman Karim Mughal.
It’s worth noting that the STA has already initiated two similar coaching camps at the KPT Sports Complex in Karachi (every Saturday), led by coach Zubair Raja, with ten enthusiastic players participating. Additionally, a camp takes place every Sunday at the Mirpurkhas Gymkhana, where Sheeraz Bhand serves as the coach, and Syed Sakhawat Ali coordinates activities for thirteen dedicated players.
Furthermore, plans are underway to establish another camp in Lahore, with the support of the Punjab Lawn Tennis Association (PLTA). These coaching camps, initiated by PTF/STA, aim to broaden the pool of wheelchair tennis athletes and diversify the venues available for training.
