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Sports go beyond physical activity – they have a positive impact on the emotional and psychological well-being, instill beneficial values, and accordingly prepare an individual to brace challenges effectively. Thus, came J4 Sports into being – a unique and progressive initiative by Shanker Group to promote sports in Nepal.
With a tagline of ‘Keep Playing’, J4 Sports envisions to promote sports within all sections of Nepal, thus is working towards building a ‘network of sports clubs in and outside the country’.
As a part of our CSR, J4 sports is reaching out to many rehabilitation centers to promote and instill the value of sports within the youth, in the hopes the younger generation will ‘choose sports over drugs’.
J4 Sports endeavors to build an active nation – a nation that encourages all sporting activities. We, via our team ‘Pokhara Rhinos’ and many other educative programs and initiatives impart the value and positive aspects of sports, thus encourage all to adopt sports – to keep one physically active, increase ability to address problems, and espouse a ‘positive outlook to life’.
The pride of J4 Sports, Pokhara Rhinos is a 15 member professional cricket team comprising of national and international, acclaimed and rising stars. The team is owned by Mr. Shahil Agrawal (Jagdamba Sports Private Limited), who himself is very passionate about cricket. The project is being spearheaded by Mrs. Deepa Agrawal, spouse of Mr. Shahil Agrawal, who shares his enthusiasm in sports. Mrs. Deepa Agrawal has been successful in effectively managing the team, keeping the morale high amongst players, and generating a positive appraisal of the team within the nation.
Although Pokhara Rhinos represents the paradise like city of Pokhara, it is not limited to that – Pokhara Rhinos represent all terrains and cultures of Nepal – our players themselves are from all corners. The team consists of 11 national and 3-4 international players. Our marquee player is Shakti Gauchan, a veteran bowler who is a key figure in Nepal’s national team. Loved by millions of fans, he has been an integral part of Nepal’s progressive cricket history. Other Pokhara Rhinos team members have participated in various national and international tournaments too.
Pokhara Rhinos this year are availing the services of an internationally acclaimed coach from South Africa and an assistant-coach from Australia, both of whose paperwork are underway (names will be disclosed upon deal confirmation). J4 sports wishes their players avail the best training and mentorship, not only for their team, but to help build their career, thus soliciting the expert services of a highly venerated coaches. Our domestic assistant coach can also benefit under the guidance of the international coaches.
Pokhara Rhinos have in the past, displayed exemplary performances in the field, and will continue to shine until eternity.
