The Science of Sports – Where Data Meets Discipline and Empathy Meets Excellence
Date: Thursday, 9th October 2025
Venue: Shaheen and Mini Auditorium
Participants: HPS Basketball, Football and Athletics Team and 36 Girls from Government School from Medak District.
The School hosted The Science of Sports – Where Data Meets Discipline and Empathy Meets Excellence, an insightful event that explored the powerful intersection of data, discipline, and empathy in the world of sports.
The programme commenced with an opening ceremony and a melodious performance by the school choir, setting an engaging tone for the day. This was followed by the introduction of the distinguished mentors —
Dr. Bruno Damzan, Sports Scientist, University of Zagreb;
Mr. Seric Tomislav, CEO, Cibona Basketball Club (Croatia);
Coach Ramesh Nagpuri, Dronacharya Awardee, Athletics;
Ms. Rohini Raman, Clinical and Sports Nutritionist; and
Dr. Sai Kishan Sirisala, MBBS, MS (Orthopedics), FIJR, FIASM (UK). The mentors were warmly welcomed by Mr. R. Raghuram Reddy, Vice Chairman, HPS Board of Governors.
The first session, titled “Precautions and Tips to Avoid Sports Injuries,” conducted by Dr. Sirisala, set the tone for a day of learning and interaction. Following a short tea break, a series of parallel sessions were conducted by Dr. Bruno Damzan, Coach Ramesh Nagpuri, and Mr. Seric Tomislav, engaging students in thought-provoking discussions and demonstrations.
Participants included students from HPS as well as 36 girls from an underprivileged school in Medak district, who took part enthusiastically in all the sessions. The later part of the programme featured an informative session on Nutrition Profiling by Ms. Rohini Raman, followed by a reflective Empathy Circle and team-building activities.
The event concluded with a closing ceremony, during which the Principal presented mementos to all speakers and mentors in appreciation of their valuable contributions.
The Science of Sports highlighted how the essence of sports extends beyond physical performance to encompass knowledge, health, and emotional intelligence. Students gained practical insights into injury prevention, nutrition management, and the psychological dynamics of teamwork. The participation of students from diverse backgrounds fostered a spirit of empathy, inclusion, and mutual learning — reinforcing the belief that true sportsmanship is rooted in respect and compassion as much as in skill.
By seamlessly blending scientific understanding with humane values, The Science of Sports encouraged every participant to view athletics as a holistic pursuit — one that nurtures both the body and the mind.
