New Delhi, Feb 14 (NationPress) The IPL 2022 champions, Gujarat Titans, successfully wrapped up the third edition of their Junior Titans initiative in Ahmedabad on Saturday. This remarkable program saw participation from more than 5,100 children across over 100 government and private schools from five cities.

The initiative spanned cities including Surendranagar, Morbi, Amreli, Anand, and Ahmedabad, aiming to promote physical activity among children under 14 through engaging, non-competitive sessions and interactive games. Colonel Arvinder Singh, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Gujarat Titans, emphasized that the program's success should not be quantified just by numbers but rather by its impact in inspiring children to take up sports.

"The true measure of success in this program lies in the enthusiasm of the children who participate. As we conclude this year's Junior Titans program today, I was asked how we assess success. It’s not merely about metrics," Singh explained in a virtual conversation with IANS.

He added that the franchise's reputation has played a crucial role in attracting participation, particularly in smaller towns where children have fewer chances to connect with professional sports organizations.

"The credibility of Gujarat Titans is significant, which is why children are eager to engage with us. Our main goal is to reach out and motivate kids to participate in sports, beyond just cricket," Singh stated.

Following the philosophy of 'Let's Sport Out!' and focusing on fostering confidence and teamwork through sports, Singh noted that the franchise maintains the same high standards for organizing events, no matter the city's size or resources.

"From an organizational standpoint, events conducted in Vadodara are identical to those in Morbi. There is absolutely no difference in how we curate these events, regardless of whether they occur in a tier-one, tier-two, or tier-three city. We are very clear on this aspect," he said.

Singh pointed out that the disparity arises because children in larger cities often have better access to information and opportunities compared to those in smaller cities, who may not expect an IPL franchise to facilitate such events.

He concluded by expressing that the feedback from smaller cities has been especially positive, given that children there have less access to quality sports facilities compared to those in larger urban areas.

"It is truly heartwarming to witness the enthusiasm in smaller cities. In larger cities, children may have better facilities available. However, in smaller towns, the situation is different. When we conduct the same event here in Ahmedabad, it mirrors what took place last week in Anand—with no differences at all. This is our commitment to the initiative," he stated.