Spring Sprint Soar! A Day of Athletic Excellence and Joy at H.A.P.S
H.A.P.S resonated with the vibrant energy of youth and the spirit of sportsmanship
on its annual Sports Day, themed “Spring Sprint Soar!” The event held on 16 th
February’25 , was a resounding success, filled with thrilling races, captivating drills,
and heartwarming moments of camaraderie.
The day commenced with the enthusiastic welcome of our esteemed Chief Guest,
Ms. Yogita Sharma, an ex member of the national medalist team in gymnastics. She
is an internationally certified teacher from NCCP Canada and presently she is a part
of physical education department in American Embassy School and also runs her
own gymnastics academy in Delhi.
The students of Grades I to IV presented a disciplined march past, setting the stage
for a day filled with athletic prowess.
The school flag was hoisted by our respected Chief Guest, Ms. Yogita Sharma and
our esteemed Director Sir- Dr. Aditya Dixit, symbolizing the commencement of the
sporting events. Following this, our chief guest officially declared the Sports Meet
open, igniting the competitive spirit among the students.
The Oath Taking Ceremony, led by our Sports Captain, Ivaan Sahani of Grade III,
and Headmistress Ma’am, reaffirmed the students’ commitment to fair play and
sportsmanship. Headmistress Ma’am then shared the comprehensive and engrossing
annual report, highlighting the achievements and progress made in the year.
As a gesture of gratitude, Director Sir and Headmistress Ma’am presented a memento
to the Chief Guest. Headmistress Ma’am also presented a book to Director Sir,
symbolizing the importance of knowledge and guidance.
The audience was then treated to a mesmerizing drill performance by the students of
Grades Nursery to IV. The Nursery and LKG charmed everyone with vibrant
pompom drill, UKG displayed energetic football drill and Grades I to IV dazzled with
hula hoop mastery, all demonstrating impressive teamwork and vibrant presentation.
Their synchronized movements and vibrant costumes captivated everyone,
showcasing their dedication and teamwork.
The heart of the event, the athletic competitions, began with a series of exciting races
for students of Grades Nursery to IV. These included the challenging Mountain Race,
the fun-filled Get Ready for School Race, Bursting the Balloon Race and the thrilling
Obstacles Race. The students displayed remarkable agility, speed and determination,
earning cheers and applause from the audience.
Under the expert guidance of Mr. Rahul, a national archery player and coach from
the Noida Archery Centre, our students Aasmilan Kaur and Ishanvi Kotnala of
Grade II, Shivika Sachan and Prateek Swain of Grade III and Rudra Yadav and
Abhi Yadav of Grade IV demonstrated their archery skills in a special session.

Adding a touch of warmth and inclusivity, a special race was organized for parents
and grandparents. This friendly competition witnessed enthusiastic participation,
fostering a sense of community and shared joy.
The much-awaited result declaration followed, where the winners were felicitated
with certificates and medals by the Chief Guest, Director Sir and Headmistress
Ma’am. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and pride as the young athletes
received their well-deserved accolades.

Following were the champions of the day-
In Mountain Race- (Boys Category)
 First Position- Rudra Yadav of Grade- IV
 Second Position- Prateek Swain of Grade- III
 Third Position- Abhi Yadav of Grade- IV
In Mountain Race- (Girls Category)
 First Position- Shivika Sachan of Grade- III
 Second Position- Aaradhya Sharma of Grade- III
In Get Ready for School Race- (Boys Category)
 First Position- Ekaksh Sharma of Grade- I
 Second Position- Aayan Sahani of Grade- II
In Get Ready for School Race- (Girls Category)
 First Position- Niya Bhati of Grade – II
 Second Position- Krishvi Ambavat of Grade- II
 Third Position- Ishanvi Kotnala of Grade- II
In Bursting The Balloon Race- (Boys Category)
 First Position- Rudra of Grade – UKG
 Second Position- Ayush of Grade- UKG
 Third Position- Aviral Srivastava of Grade- UKG
In Bursting The Balloon Race- (Girls Category)
 First Position- Anaya Sharma of Grade – UKG
 Second Position- Shivanshi Kotnala of Grade- UKG
 Third Position- Demira Popli of Grade- UKG
In Obstacles Race- (Boys Category) 1 st Round-
 First Position- Mankirat of Grade – LKG
 Second Position- Vivaan Sharma of Grade- LKG
 Third Position- Shivay Nehra and Arian Rajori of Grade- LKG
In Obstacles Race- (Boys Category) 2 nd Round-
 First Position- Mohd. Zahaan of Grade – Nursery
 Second Position- Mitansh Sarathe of Grade- LKG

 Third Position- Amay Nandan of Grade- LKG
In Obstacles Race- (Girls Category)
 First Position- Purvi Chaudhary of Grade – LKG
 Second Position- Jaismeen Kaur of Grade- LKG
 Third Position- Aadhya Sharma of Grade- LKG

The coveted House Winner Trophy was awarded to Ujjain House. House Mistress,
Ms. Neha and House Captain, Rudra Yadav of Grade IV, proudly received the trophy,
marking a moment of triumph for their house.
Chief Guest, Ms. Yogita Sharma, shared her inspiring words, praising the students’
efforts and emphasizing the importance of sports in building character and resilience.
The programme concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks by Ms. Ayushi, expressing
gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the event. The day ended with the
entire gathering standing in unison to sing the National Anthem, a fitting finale to a
day of sportsmanship.
“Spring Sprint Soar!” was a testament to the school’s commitment to holistic
development, fostering a spirit of healthy competition, teamwork and sportsmanship
among its students. The event left a lasting impression, creating cherished memories
for everyone involved.