The Department of Physical Education & Sports of Shree Damodar College of Commerce& Economics organized its Inter-Collegiate Sports Event, Helios 2.0 on 27 and 28 February 2020.
The purpose behind organising Helios 2.0 was to promote physical activity among youngsters. The motto of Helios is “sports is for all – athletes and non-athletes”.
Helios 2.0 comprised eight sports: Badminton, Strong man, Strong woman, Futsal, Blind Volleyball, Control Cricket, Tug of war and a Surprise Event
Helios 2.0 started with a formal Inaugural session. The Chief Guest for the Inaugural was Mr. Deepak Ashanagar International Handball Player and ex-student of the College. Principal Dr. Prita Mallya, Vice Principal Dr. Rodney D’Silva, College Director of Physical Education and Sports Mr. Ajinkya Kudtarkar Assistant Professor Ms. Marjina Shaikh and Sports Secretary Ms. Emilia Silveira were the dignitaries seated on the dais. The Chief Guest spoke about his journey in sports, Principal delivered the welcome address and the College Director of Physical Education and Sports gave an overview of Helios. Assistant Professor Ms. Marjina Shaikh proposed the Vote of thanks.
04 colleges from different parts of Goa participated in the tournament.
All teams played the Tournament with true sportsmanship spirit, and it was a close battle between two teams for the Championship. Government College, Quepem finally emerged victorious and Chowgules had to settle for the Runner up position.
The tournament came to an end with a formal Prize distribution ceremony where the winners and Runner up were awarded with Prizes. The Chief Guest, Mr. Suyash Prabhudessai – Ranji trophy player and ex-student of the College – expressed his views on the events. The vote of thanks was proposed by Sports Secretary Ms. Emilia Silveira.
