HYDERABAD –UNS: In a significant boost for women’s sports, the Alumni Association of Government College University Hyderabad (GCUH), in collaboration with its Karachi Chapter, has announced it will provide free coaching to the university’s women’s cricket team. This initiative underscores the association’s commitment to promoting women’s sports and empowering female athletes.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Tayyaba Zarif emphasized the university’s dedication to providing equal opportunities for women in all fields. The announcement was celebrated with a visit from prominent cricket figures, including world-renowned players, Alumni leader Amin Yousuf, Abdul Rahman Rajput, and esteemed coaches Haris Khan, Faisal Athar, Afzal Gujjar, Sulaiman Talpur, and Suhail Malik. These individuals interacted with the team, offering encouragement and participating in a friendly match.
International cricket coach Haris Ahmed Khan, a GCUH alumnus, stressed the importance of balancing education and sports. “Government College is my alma mater,” he stated, “and I am honored to give back by offering my coaching services free of charge to promote cricket here.”
Amin Yousuf reiterated the Alumni Association’s long-standing tradition of supporting GCUH. He affirmed their commitment to continued collaboration; ensuring women have the resources to excel in both academics and athletics. Abdul Rahman Rajput highlighted the Alumni Association’s global impact, particularly in cricket, noting the institution’s rich history of producing exceptional athletes.