Building a strong sports culture in India is a complex challenge, shaped by deep-rooted societal attitudes, educational structures, and infrastructure limitations. While India is home to immense talent and potential, practical barriers often prevent young athletes from pursuing sports with the freedom and support seen in other parts of the world. In countries like those
For a country, to become a true sporting force, it has to have a robust sports ecosystem. Europe dominates football, the USA produces world-class athletes in all sports, while countries such as Australia and China keep producing Olympic Gold medalists because all these nations have a clear pathway for athletes. If a young athlete wants
For young athletes dreaming of making a career in professional football, the right environment can make all the difference. Although Football in India has grown significantly, with the emergence of ISL, and improved football infrastructure in India, moving to Europe can be the game-changing career choice for budding football players. Irrespective of the field, if
In the realm of academic career guidance, schools and counsellors have admirably navigated students toward various professions, considering factors such as financial circumstances and academic strengths. However, a glaring gap emerges when it comes to nurturing careers in sports. Despite schools’ earnest support for athletic training, there remains a conspicuous absence of structured career pathways
In recent times, our team at Xdrona has been immersed in conversations with a myriad of individuals deeply entrenched in the world of sports—players hungry for success, dedicated coaches, supportive parents, and insightful school career counsellors. Through these interactions, a glaring truth has emerged, one that demands our attention. When we discuss sports careers, the
For decades, African footballers have been making waves in European leagues, not just enriching the game but also providing a blueprint for aspiring players from non-traditional footballing nations like India. Their journey to European football stardom exemplifies the power of determination, adaptability, and seizing opportunities. From iconic figures like George Weah to contemporary stars like
Becoming a sports parent in India can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and pressures. Here are a few things to consider before making the decision to support your child’s athletic pursuits in India. Financial Costs: Participating in sports can be expensive, especially at the
The power of passion is probably one of the strongest available energies in life. If you are truly passionate about something, if you are into it with your whole heart and soul, there is almost nothing that is impossible. We can outperform ourselves in so many ways, deliver much more performance and we need much
“It is not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings.” The above quote by Ann Landers, who was an American advice columnist, speaks for every parent in the world. It is the responsibility of every parent in the world
To put it simply, physical fitness is important for everyone. It promotes good health and helps you remain active throughout all the different stages of your life regardless of your body type. Physical fitness is basically the body’s ability to complete physical work and it is essential to maintain good health in order to live
It’s well known that playing sports is good for children both physically and socially. Fitness goals, social skills, and learning what it means to be part of a team – these are just a few of the benefits that come with starting sports at a young age. Parents of youth sports athletes know this first-hand
It is very important to be physically fit, mentally strong and have a good nutrition to be an elite athlete. These three aspects play a major role in the development of a young athlete as he or she strive to achieve an elite level. We are now going to analyse just how important these three
Xdrona Sports, an upcoming company aiming to help aspiring athletes achieve their potential in sports. We see this alot with many trying to Empower and help young buddying athletes reach the next level but Xdrona is different. As a coach myself i am privileged to be associated with Xdrona and see first hand the work
At Xdrona we do an “In-Depth physical fitness & health analysis for injury-free life and achieving peak performance in sports”. So, why do we need a Physical Fitness Assessment? The significant advantage you get from these physical assessment tests is not just that one gets to know about the fitness level or physical capability of
I was a very active child during my childhood. Full of energy and enthusiasm to participate in any and every activity. While I used to play a lot of structured sports such as cricket, football, badminton, TT or tennis as the season we used to be in, there were a lot of unstructured activities involved
What is Physical Literacy? According to IPLA (International Physical Literacy Association), “Physical literacy can be described as the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life.” So, what does Physical Literacy actually mean? In simple words, if a person is physically literate, it is easier