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2025 | Sports Reap Mail | Volume 4 Number 2 19Every touch is a test, every raid a battle and we never back downSuccess is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day outSnooker requires a combination of technical mastery, mental resilience, and strategic gameplay. One of the most critical aspects is cue ball control, ensuring precise positional play to set up the next shot efficiently. Break building is equally important, as consistently scoring high breaks, including century breaks, gives a significant edge over opponents. Potting accuracy, especially in long pots and tricky angles, is essential for maintaining control during a match. Mastery of spin and cue action, including top, back, and side spin, allows for better cue ball manipulation, improving positioning for the next shot. Beyond technical skills, mental composure plays a vital role, as staying calm under pressure and maintaining focus throughout long matches can make a significant difference. Additionally, a strong tactical approach, including an effective safety game, forces opponents into mistakes and creates better scoring opportunities. Mastering cue ball control is fundamental, as precise positional play allows for seamless transitions between shots, reducing reliance on difficult pots. Break building is another crucial skill, with high-scoring breaks such as 50+ or century breaks providing a major competitive advantage. Potting accuracy, particularly for long-distance shots and shots under pressure, ensures consistent scoring. Understanding spin and cue action%u2014whether it%u2019s topspin, backspin, or side spin%u2014enhances cue ball movement, allowing players to navigate complex table layouts effortlessly.The spirit of a champion it%u2019s about stepping onto the mat with confidence, knowing that every raid and every tackle is a battle of wits and willpower. Champions are not those who never fall %u2014 they are the ones who rise after every fall, stronger and smarter. The game demands total focus, lightning speed, and the courage to charge into the unknown. When a team believes in itself and plays with heart, no opponent is too strong, and no score is too far to chase.The real battle in Kabaddi begins in the mind. Winning starts with the belief that you can, the focus to train harder than anyone else, and the resilience to push through fatigue, pressure, and setbacks. Champions in Kabaddi are defined by their mental strength %u2014 their ability to stay sharp when the match is on the line and to make bold decisions under stress. A winning mindset turns pressure into power.A champion raider must be fearless, calculating every move in seconds, while a defender must be solid as a wall, anticipating and reacting in perfect sync with teammates. In Kabaddi, every breath counts, every second matters, and every mistake can cost the match. Victory belongs to those who fight with heart, communicate without words, and trust each other completely. It%u2019s not the strongest team that always wins %u2014 it%u2019s the most united, disciplined, and determined one.SRMIST Kabaddi Men%u2019s Team has clinched the Gold Medal at the South India Level Kabaddi Men%u2019s Tournament, held in Thennangudi, Thanjavur, from 9th to 11th May 2025.