Role of Academies in Developing Youth Sports in India #233
🎙Contining focus on the Indian ecosystem in build up to the Indian Sports Biz & Tech Report, we present: Eric Hollingsworth and Arnab Das from Vijayi Bharat Sports Academy. In this episode of the SportsTech All-Stars Podcast, the discussion revolves around the evolving Indian sports ecosystem, focusing on the Vijay Bharat Sports Academy and its role in developing young athletes. Eric Hollingsworth and Arnab Das share insights on their experiences, the importance of technology in sports, and the cultural challenges faced in India. They emphasize the need for critical thinking, data analysis, and innovative approaches to enhance athlete performance and identify medal-winning opportunities in various sports. The conversation also touches on future plans for the academy and the significance of integrating local practices with global standards. Takeaways - The Indian sports ecosystem is rapidly evolving with significant opportunities. - Vijay Bharat Sports Academy aims to develop athletes for international competitions. - Technology and data analysis are crucial for enhancing athlete performance. - Cultural challenges exist in integrating global sports practices in India. - Identifying key sports for medal opportunities is essential for success. - A multidisciplinary approach in coaching can lead to better athlete development. - Critical thinking should be taught to young coaches and athletes. - Integrative medicine and yoga are being utilized for athlete recovery and performance. - Future plans include expanding the academy's facilities and sports offerings. - The importance of local knowledge in implementing global sports strategies. To learn more, visit: www.vijayibharatsports.org/ Check out their operating system, Teamworks here: https://teamworks.com/ Get in touch with Eric Hollingsworth at: www.linkedin.com/in/eric-hollingsworth-374047a9/ Get in touch with Arnab Das at: www.linkedin.com/in/arnab-das-53a862159/ Hosted by Rohn Malhotra from SportsTechX - Leading source of Data & Insights about SportsTech startups and the surrounding ecosystem. Download the 2024 Global Sports tech VC Report here: sportstechx.com/reports/gstvcr24 Sign Up for the Sports Tech Weekly Newsletter for more news, features & insights on Sports Tech: https://newsletter.sportstechx.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Indian Sports Ecosystem 04:19 Eric Hollingsworth's Journey to India 08:52 Role of Vijay Bharat Sports Academy 13:31 Implementing Teamworks in the Academy 17:42 Identifying Opportunities in Indian Sports 22:25 The Need for Tech and Innovation in Sports 26:59 Future Plans for Vijay Bharat Sports Academy 31:25 Favorite Sporting Moments