About School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU)
Welcome to the School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (SPESS) at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, where academic excellence meets sporting prowess. Established in 1983, the School has become synonymous with sporting achievements at both come synonymous with sporting achievements at both National and International levels. SPESS is not only a hub for academic and research programs in Physical Education but also a crucible for nurturing elite athletes. We proudly carry the dual responsibility of producing high-caliber Physical Education professionals and shaping world-class athletes. Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in our rigorous academic curricula and cutting-edge research initiatives. We prepare the next generation of Physical Education professionals who play a crucial role in promoting Physical Fitness and Sports in our society. Simultaneously, we take pride in shaping Elite Athletes who compete on national and international platforms, bringing glory to the University and to the Nation. Since its inception, Mahatma Gandhi University has been hailed as a “Sports University” for its remarkable achievements in sports and games. Our university boasts a long list of sports personalities of National and International repute, including names like Sebastian Xavier, Sumi Cyriac, Sony Cyriac (Swimming), Shyni Wilson, Chithra K. Soman, Preeja Sreedharan, Greeshma K.M, O.P Jaisha, K.J Manoj Lal, Bijimol K.S, Sini Jose, Anilda Thomas, Anu R, Jinson Jhonson, K.T Irfan, Jabir Madari Pilliyalil (Athletics), K.T Chacko, Mohammed Al Akber (Football), Minimol Abraham, Jisha Thomas, Jasmin George, Daisy Thomas (Volleyball), Roopesh Kumar, Shankar P Gopan, Alwin Antony (Badminton), and many more. Our commitment to sporting excellence has led us to recognize the need for world-class sports infrastructure. SPESS is dedicated to evolving into a “center of excellence” by offering systematic and scientific training programs to our talented students across colleges and University departments. This commitment allows us to consistently unlock the full potential of our athletes, leading to exceptional performances on the global stage. Notably, five of our athletes, Smt. Anilda Thomas, Smt. O. Jaisha, Sri Jinson Jhonson and Gopi T, in the 2016 Rio Olympics and Sri. Jabir Madari Pilliyalil in 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
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