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Sports Equipment Market : A Market on the Rise and Its Economic Impact Sports Equipment market, are seeing explosive growth. Globally, this market is now worth over $6 billion and is expected to grow by 6-8% annually for the next decade. In India, the excitement around these sports is growing fast. More people are playing, and new facilities are popping up, driving the market's expansion. This growth is not just about more players; it's also a big win for the economy. As sports gains more popularity, they are creating new jobs, boosting local manufacturing, and attracting investment. This means more opportunities for everyone and a healthier economy. The rise in sports will have a lasting positive effect on India's economic landscape. In short, the booming sports equipment market is good news for both the players and the country's economy. #RacketSports #EconomicGrowth #India #SportsIndustry #Pickleball #Badminton #Tennis

How did two cities in India become the powerhouses behind 80% of the country's sports gear? [ Sports Equipment, Sports Goods, India, Indian Sports Industry ] #SportsEquipment #SportsGoods #India #IndianSportsIndustry

"India in Olympic" At the beginning of the Olympics, there are often questions about India's representation compared to other countries. India has a population of 1.45 billion, yet we sent only 117 athletes to the Olympics in 2024 and 121 athletes in 2020. This number is very low compared to other countries. Some people argue that quantity doesn't matter, quality does. Now, my question is: does India really lack quality athletes? I believe India has quality athletes, but we fail to showcase them to the world because of an overemphasis on certain sports. We have athletes with potential who, with proper training and awareness, could prove our strength in various sports. Although there are training programs and athletic events, they are not sufficient. We need to improve and expand these efforts. I'm not saying India is the worst in athletics, but I would like to point out that we fail to encourage, celebrate, and provide proper awareness about athletic sports as a viable career option. Am I right? your views 💭👇🏻 #india #olympics #paris

The Khelo India Scheme has identified 2,781 athletes (including para-athletes) across 21 sports to receive support for enhanced global performance. If you're in the business of high-performance sports, these athletes are your primary target audience. Just below this elite group lies a pool of approximately 40,000 advanced-level athletes—a significant market segment if your products or services cater to athletes preparing to reach the next level. Together, these groups form a clear and actionable data set for anyone aiming to support or grow in the high-performance sports ecosystem. If we assume Rs 7,00,000 per annum as expenditure ( only training and not travel) behind these athletes for high performance , the Indian high performance sports market size is Rs 3000 crore. #sports #sportsbiz #india

🌟 Why Can't Every State Empower a Sport Like Odisha? 🌟 Odisha's investment in Indian hockey has been nothing short of inspirational. From nurturing talent to providing world-class facilities, the state has played a pivotal role in India securing Bronze medals in both the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics. This success story begs the question: why can't other financially strong states in India adopt a sport of their own and replicate Odisha's model? Imagine the potential if each state took ownership of a sport, invested in infrastructure, training, and athlete development. With tailored support, we could cultivate champions in a variety of disciplines—badminton, wrestling, archery, athletics, and more. Odisha has shown us the way. Now, it's time for others to step up. Let's make India a powerhouse in global sports by empowering our athletes, one state at a time. 🏅🇮🇳 So, here's a thought: Why can't other financially robust states in India emulate this model by adopting and nurturing specific sports? 👉 Maharashtra could channel its resources into developing world-class badminton players. 👉 Karnataka might focus on swimming, leveraging its existing infrastructure. 👉 Punjab could further its rich legacy in wrestling. 👉 Tamil Nadu might invest in athletics, harnessing its youthful energy. By adopting a sport-centric approach, states can create specialized hubs of excellence, ensuring that athletes receive the best training, facilities, and support. This decentralized strategy not only fosters healthy competition among states but also amplifies our collective potential on international platforms. It's time we envision a collaborative framework where every state contributes uniquely to India's sporting tapestry. Let's harness this momentum, draw inspiration from Odisha, and pave the way for more podium finishes in the future. Together, let's script a new chapter in Indian sports! 🇮🇳🏅 #SportsDevelopment #IndiaAtTheOlympics #OdishaModel #EmpowerAthletes #StateSponsorship #MakeIndiaProud

🇮🇳 **Supporting Our Indian Athletes: A Call to Action** 🇮🇳 Despite not having access to the best infrastructure and support, Indian athletes continue to perform and win our hearts at the Olympics. It is truly commendable how they compete against athletes from countries with far greater resources. However, it's crucial to ask ourselves why India, a nation of 1.3 billion people, struggles to produce more Olympians and medalists. One major factor is the overwhelming focus on cricket, often leaving other sports underfunded and neglected. While cricket has its own glory, it's time for the government to invest equally in diverse sports disciplines across all states. Our athletes deserve better training facilities, financial support, and recognition—not just when they win medals, but throughout their journey. Many talented individuals don't get the opportunity to shine due to lack of money, food, and essential equipment. It's heartbreaking to think about the potential we're wasting. Imagine how many champions we could nurture if we provided the necessary support. This is a call to the Indian government and all state governments: Let’s back our athletes, ensure they have the resources they need, and foster an environment where talent can thrive. Let’s make them proud to represent us and, in turn, make us proud on the global stage. Together, we can transform the future of Indian sports. Let’s support our athletes—they're our pride, our champions, and they need our help now more than ever. #SupportIndianAthletes #InvestInSports #Olympics #ProudToBeIndian #FutureChampions

The growth of any sport demands both passion and purposeful action. When I was skating as a young athlete, I felt that India didn’t prioritize the sport, which ultimately led me to choose a different path. Now, a decade later, most sports in India—outside of cricket and a few select others—remain underserved. To truly advance India as a global leader in sports, we must embrace commercialization, not as a compromise, but as a catalyst. By creating economic opportunities around sports, we align interests, inspire investments, and drive sustainable growth. I had the chance to meet Sam Sancheti and Abhinav Shankar, who were already making strides in advancing this cause. Through Quasi, I wanted to contribute by providing paddles to help more people experience the sport. If you’re ever in Bangalore, make sure to check out GoRally – it’s a fantastic place to see the community in action. This is the start of a much larger movement to transform the future of sports in India, and I’m proud to be part of it. #FutureOfSports #SportsInIndia #PickleballIndia #BuildingCommunity #SportsForAll #QuasiSports #GameChanger #SportsRevolution #SportsInnovation #BeyondCricket

What has India done correctly to drastically grow its sports market? ⬇️ Even after all these years, India only excels in selected sports internationally, like Cricket and badminton. We have made some improvements in Olympics but overall still struggle to make it big with both mass viewership sports like football, tennis or niche sports like golf and boxing. Yet India's sports market including viewership , sponsorships and participation has skyrocketed. It is expected to grow from $52 billion to $130 billion by 2030. The reason behind this is the commercialisation and commodification of sports in India. It started with IPL and seeing the success, it continued to trickle down at all levels. So much so that today we see tournaments and competitions happening in every society, locality and corporate offices. Instead of just playing casually in their locality, people now have sponsorships, branded jerseys, referees, professional game setup and auctions. Sports like Kabbadi, Panja, TT, tennis, pickleball and basketball have got the recognition and growth that it would never have if not for these leagues. This is what India has done correctly to grow its sports market domestically and is enroute to go global. Anyone interested in sports but clueless where to begin should tap into this craze and ride the wave. It will open doors to a multitude of opportunities in the sports sector and beyond. If you're keen to know more or discuss potential opportunities, hit me up and we can chat. Cheers YG.

Indian Football. For most Indians, there has been little association between these two words. But the times are changing. India's GDP is growing and that has an effect on India flexing its sporting muscle as well. Sports is about domination and that often results from economic prosperity. If you study Olympic Medals tally over the last 50 years, you will notice that economic prosperity = sporting domination. Economic prosperity is also about people seeking newer avenues of entertainment. Sports has emerged as a big competition to traditionally popular avenues, principal among them being cinema. Which is why IPL has been followed by ISL, Pro-Kabaddi league and more. Delighted that the ad begins with: "Indian Football ka Agla Hero Kaun? An unlikely question till a few years ago, a reality today. Feels good. #advertising #sportsmarketing #football #soccer #indiansoccerleague

Scouting 50,000 talented young Indian athletes with an expenditure of Rs 10,000 per athlete annually amounts to Rs 50 crore per year. In today’s context, this isn’t a significant investment. The cost of Rs 10000/year involves proper assessment, inserting accurate match data, maker-checker processes, and data confidentiality. It does not include training activities. While scouting is typically the responsibility of federations or the government, it requires a high level of efficiency and on-ground coordination—areas where these organizations often fall short. However, #brands and #sports #investors are missing out on this opportunity. Brands may have their strategies focused on advertising in major sports leagues, but shifting towards supporting our young sporting talent could be a game-changer. Imagine the impact of a brand standing behind our budding athletes, becoming the powerhouse for all sports activities in the country. It’s a promising proposition that could redefine market presence and contribute to the growth of sports culture. The model of India Khelo Football needs to be stretched across all sports with good financial backing and right people involved. ATIUM Sports is also doing some good work in this area. DM for details. #sports #sportsbiz #india #scouting #talent