Inspiring Story of a Local Athlete’s Rise to Glory
- Jul 07, 2025
- Athlete Stories
- By Super Admin
In the heart of India’s sporting movement, one name is steadily rising as a symbol of hope, change, and opportunity — Hardcore Sports Welfare Foundation (HSWF.Network). This sports NGO in India has been silently yet powerfully shaping the dreams of young athletes from grassroots levels, proving that talent is abundant — it just needs the right guidance.
Take the example of a small-town athlete whose journey began in a humble training facility, supported by HSWF’s grassroots sports foundation programs. With no fancy gym or stadium, only passion and mentorship, they went from local tournaments to state-level recognition — and now aim for the national stage.
At the center of this movement is Dronacharya Award-winning , a mentor to many and a guiding force behind HSWF’s mission. In a recent podcast, his words reflected both inspiration and ground reality:
“हमारा मकसद सिर्फ जोड़ना नहीं, सक्षम बनाना भी है।”
(Our goal is not just to connect, but to empower.)
“हम एक ऐसा प्लेटफार्म दे रहे हैं जहाँ कम्युनिटी खुद को आगे बढ़ा सकती है।”
(We provide a platform where the community can uplift itself.)
Coach Vijender doesn’t just train boxers; he nurtures leaders, role models, and resilient spirits. His sessions aren’t just about punches and drills, but about life skills, confidence, and unity. Backed by HSWF.Network, his mission has found a broader stage, reaching under-resourced academies, aspiring coaches, and volunteers across India.
Youth sports development lies at the core of the Foundation’s mission. Through free training sessions, seminars, job updates, and community-building platforms, HSWF ensures no talent goes unseen or unsupported. As coach Vijender explains, the Foundation is building a sports ecosystem — where every stakeholder, from coaches and players to academies and volunteers, has a role and voice.
Mr. Shiv Singh explains the Sports Nursery Scheme in the conversation. The Indian Government has also recognized the need to support young talent through policies like the Sports Nursery Scheme. Under this initiative, state governments — such as in Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh — fund recognized sports nurseries across schools and private academies. These nurseries offer financial aid, equipment, coaching support, and sometimes even stipends for promising athletes. This partnership between policy and practice boosts local organizations like HSWF to expand their reach and impact.
With a pan-India presence, especially in rural belts, the organization collaborates with multi-sport academies, offering access to boxing, football, cricket, badminton, and even skating — identifying interests where children are most engaged.
To those wondering how to get involved, HSWF keeps its doors open with no registration charges, no bias. The goal is simple to build a community of empowered athletes and mentors. And as Coach Vijender emphasizes, the real value lies not in medals but in opportunities shared and stories changed.
This is just one of many rising stories across India — stories of transformation powered by grassroots sports foundations HSWF, supported by forward-thinking government policies, and changemakers like Vijender Rawat who dedicate their lives to building the champions of tomorrow.
Visit: https://hswf.network
Contact: [email protected]
Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pJSUbkcdD0
