Thu Sep 19 15:08:32 UTC 2024: ## Sports News Roundup: Super Kings Academy Expands, Basketball Without Borders in Perth, and More

**Chennai, India (September 19, 2024):** The world of sports is buzzing with exciting news, from new academies to international competitions and thrilling victories. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments:

**Super Kings Academy to Open New Center in Vellore**

The Chennai Super Kings Academy is expanding its reach with the opening of its 13th center in Tamil Nadu. The new facility, located in partnership with Sunbeam CBSE School in Vellore, will be the academy’s 17th overall, including three overseas locations. Cricket coaching for boys and girls will begin in October 2024, and interested students can register at http://www.superkingsacademy.com. The Vellore center boasts state-of-the-art facilities including three turf wickets, three astroturf wickets, two matting wickets, a mini ground, and floodlights.

**Basketball Without Borders Asia 2024 to Feature NBA Legends**

The 14th edition of Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Asia, hosted in Perth, Australia from September 19-22, will see 60 top high-school-age prospects from across the Asia-Pacific region compete and learn under the guidance of NBA and WNBA legends. NBA champion Aron Baynes and four-time WNBA champion Cynthia Cooper are among the coaches, joined by former and current NBA and FIBA players and coaches. Participants will engage in various activities, including drills, skill stations, and life-skills development sessions.

**Indian Tennis Players Advance in AITA and ITF Tournaments**

Indian tennis players have shone in recent tournaments. Vansh Nandal triumphed over Bhavya Singhmar in the quarterfinals of the AITA men’s tennis tournament in Faridabad, while Shrivalli Bhamidipaty and Ankita Raina both secured quarterfinal berths in the $60,000 ITF women’s tennis tournament in Perth, Australia. Both players also advanced to the doubles semifinals.

**Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour Sees Tight Competition**

Vidhatri Urs, the champion of the last three events, is tied for the lead with Hitaashee Bakshi in the 12th leg of the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour at the DLF Golf and Country Club. The two are tied at 1-over 145 after two rounds, with Kriti Chowhan in third place at 2-over 146.

**Tvesa Malik Makes Strong Start at La Sella Open**

Indian golfer Tvesa Malik had a solid start to the million-dollar La Sella Open on the Ladies European Tour, shooting a two-under 70 in the opening round. She is currently in T-15, seeking her maiden win ahead of the Hero Women’s Indian Open next month.

**Punjab Crowned Champions in Hockey India Junior Men National Championship**

Punjab secured the title in the 14th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2024, defeating Uttar Pradesh Hockey 3-3 (4-3 SO) in a thrilling final. Hockey Haryana took the third place, defeating Hockey Karnataka 5-0.

**Central Secretariat Draws With Hockey Odisha in MCC Murugappa Gold Cup**

India’s Selvam Karthi scored a brace to help Central Secretariat secure a 2-2 draw with Hockey Odisha in the 95th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup All-India hockey tournament. In the other match, BPCL edged out Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu 2-1.

**HCL International Bridge Championship Sees Upset in Quarterfinals**

In the 21st HCL International bridge championship in New Delhi, Shourie pulled off a surprise upset, defeating topper Pro3Max 134-79.5 in the quarterfinals of the Team of Four Gold event.

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