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16 2025 | Sports Reap Mail | Volume 4 Number 2One team, one dream, one goal-victoryTo consistently perform and ultimately win in an All-India Tournament, a team must prepare on multiple fronts%u2014technical, tactical, physical, and psychological. Technically, each player should master fundamental skills such as accurate serving, quick footwork, powerful spiking, strategic setting, and synchronized blocking. Equally important is tactical awareness: understanding when to shift formations, how to break through different defensive setups, and how to adapt during a match based on the opponent%u2019s gameplay. Teams must conduct video analysis of past matches, both their own and those of competitors, to sharpen their game intelligence and identify patterns.Nutrition and recovery protocols, including rest, hydration, and injury prevention, also play a vital role in maintaining peak performance throughout the tournament.Leadership-both from the coach and on-court captain-is central to managing momentum, making quick decisions, and inspiring confidence. Strategic substitutions, timeouts at critical moments, and rotation management also influence the game significantly.Finally, success at the national level requires passion, discipline, and relentless hard work. Teams that combine talent with teamwork, preparation with adaptability, and determination with sportsmanship stand the best chance of becoming champions at the All-India Volleyball Tournament.SRM IST Volleyball (Men) team achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the bronze medal at the All-India Invitational Volleyball Tournament held at Thamizhannai Volleyball Club, Peikkarumbankottai, from May 1st to 4th, 2025. Every move you make in chess is strategic and planned; foresight is key to triumphWinning in chess at the Grandmaster level requires an exceptional combination of deep strategic insight, precise calculation, psychological resilience, and extensive preparation. Success begins with a well-developed opening repertoire tailored to personal strengths, ensuring familiarity with theoretical lines and the ability to navigate early complexities confidently. Strong players prepare for opponents in advance, using databases and engines to identify weaknesses and deviations that can be exploited. Avoiding predictable play while maintaining flexibility is key to outmanoeuvring well-prepared opponents. Beyond board skills, physical and mental stamina are vital for peak performance in long tournaments. Chess demands intense concentration, and maintaining focus over multiple rounds requires proper fitness, rest, and emotional control. Grandmasters also work on resilience, as bouncing back from losses and managing nerves in high-pressure situations is crucial in elite competitions. His exceptional strategic planning and foresight led him to victory, securing a well-deserved Prize of 1000 euros. Every move in chess is carefully calculated and strategically planned, with each decision paving the way for victory. Foresight is crucial, as anticipating your opponent%u2019s moves and envisioning future possibilities allows you to stay ahead. Success in chess, like in life, requires patience, precision, and thoughtful preparation.Our SRMIST chess player, Grand Master Pranesh of II- BSc CSE, triumphed at the prestigious 8th Cappelle la Grande International Rapid Open Chess Championship 2025, held in France, February 2025.