Jamshedpur gets news Squash facility

Foundation laid for new sports hostel at JRD Tata Spots Complex

Jamshedpur, April 1: Tata Steel today inaugurated a new Squash facility at the JRD Tata Sports Complex, reiterating its commitment for the promotion of sport.

The new facility, one of its kind in Jamshedpur, will provide access to the general community. So far, two private clubs, Beldih and Golmuri have squash courts catering to around 30 players.

The new squash court has been designed based on international singles squash court design parameters and guidelines as per the World Squash Federation (WSF), featuring a court size of 6.4m x 9.75m, a court clear height of 5.65m and an illumination level of 1000 Lux.

CEO & Managing Director asserted that Tata Steel consistently strives to raise the bar for sporting excellence and takes great pride in its contribution to the field. I hope the new addition will strengthen the Company’s legacy and prove to be instrumental in nurturing budding talents and revitalising the enthusiasm for sports in the community.

The technical specifications of the Squash Courts include the installation of Bio‐Cush wooden sports flooring system made of Imported Hard Maple wood, a “BounceWell” / “Rebound” Hard Plaster system certified by the World Squash Federation, and a free-standing “Clear Tough” glass back wall system meeting WSF requirements.

To encourage greater participation, a special introductory early bird offer is on anvil for the initial three months to avail squash facility at the JRD Tata Sports Complex. Outlined below are the proposed subscription rates:

Tata Steel’s 18 established sports training centres are renowned for their world-class facilities and top-notch coaching staff, playing a significant role in shaping the careers of numerous athletes and contributing to the overall development of sports in the country.

JRD Tata sports complex houses training centres for archery, athletics, basketball, badminton, boxing, chess, cricket, football, golf, handball, horse riding, kabaddi, karate, roll ball & skating, swimming, table tennis, tennis and volleyball.  Other facilities include yoga centre, Zumba, Steelym Gym, Bodyline Gym, Power-Plus Gym, Walking Tracks etc.

The newly inaugurated Squash Court will be the 19th training facility and is a valuable addition to the sports facilities offered to the Jamshedpur community, providing a best-in-class playing environment for all sporting enthusiasts.

New Sports Hostel

CEO & MD was also Chief Guest for a ground-breaking ceremony of a new Sports Hostel at JRD Tata Spots Complex. The existing Sports Hostel accommodates 32 trainee cadets and athletes of the Tata Archery Academy (TAA) and the TSAF Sport Climbing Academy (TSAFSCA).

The residents belong to different age groups and genders. The expansion will take up the capacity from 32 to 66 and will facilitate the creation of separate wings for boys and girls, and minor and adult cadets. New hostel will accommodate trainees and athletes from athletics and football as well.