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2 2025 | Sports Reap Mail | Volume 4 Number 1Success in both men%u2019s and women%u2019s basketball relies on disciplined training, strong fundamentals, and effective teamwork. Both require a deep understanding of the game, adaptability to opponents%u2019 tactics, and mental toughness to stay focused under pressure. Coaches must tailor their approaches to the strengths of their players while fostering a team-first culture. Whether men%u2019s or women%u2019s teams, champions are forged through dedication, strategic planning, and a relentless pursuit of excellence on and off the court. With three players united by a single goal to be the best, both teams showcased remarkable teamwork, determination, and skill. Their achievements reflect the hard work and dedication of each player, making SRM IST proud on the national basketball stage.Our will to win is stronger than their will to beat usSRM IST Men%u2019s team secured the Bronze Medal at the All India Inter University Basketball 3x3 Tournament.SRM IST Women%u2019s team secured the Silver Medal at the All India Inter University Basketball 3x3 Tournament.Ms. M. Lathika, a II- B.Tech CSE AIML student at SRM IST(Vadapalani Campus), has Emerged as a Renowned Shooter in our Country.A steady hand and a calm mind make the perfect shotShooting demands a balance of physical precision, mental resilience, and strategic preparation. A strong foundation begins with mastering your stance and positioning, as a stable and consistent setup minimizes body sway and maximizes control. Your breathing is equally critical%u2014synchronizing your shots with the natural pause in your breath cycle can significantly improve accuracy. The grip on your firearm should be firm but natural, avoiding tension that might disrupt your aim. Trigger control is another vital skill; pulling the trigger smoothly and evenly ensures the shot aligns with your target, avoiding any last-minute shifts in aim. A key component of success is mastering sight alignment and sight picture. Precision in aligning the front and rear sights with the target is non-negotiable for consistent accuracy. Beyond the technical aspects, mental preparation plays a crucial role. Shooting is as much a mental game as it is physical; staying calm under pressure, managing competition nerves, and maintaining unwavering focus are critical for peak performance. Techniques such as visualization, mindfulness, and mental rehearsals can help build the mental strength needed for high-stakes scenarios.. She competed in the 67th National Shooting Championship at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi, from December 10th to 20th, 2024, and excelled in the 10m Air Pistol Junior Women and Women categories, marking a significant achievement in her career.