A Session by Mr. Zeeshan Ali for Grades VI- IX

Mr. Zeeshan Ali, a renowned National Davis Cup Coach of India, a Davis Cup player and the Director of National Tennis Centre in Delhi, was invited for the session on Monday, 10 April, 2023 with the students of grades VI to IX at DPS Jaipur. The session was held in the Multi-Purpose Hall, where Mr. Zeeshan shared his inspiring journey of becoming a successful player and the obstacles he faced along the way.

During his talk, Mr. Zeeshan emphasized the importance of perseverance and hard work in achieving one's goals. He shared his own experiences of training rigorously and facing setbacks, but never losing hope and continuing to work towards his dream of becoming a National Tennis player.

After Mr. Zeeshan's talk, the Principal of DPS Jaipur, Dr. Richa Prakash declared an open house for a Q&A session, which allowed the students to ask questions and learn more about tennis and the life of a professional player. The students asked various questions, ranging from training routines and strategies to handling the pressure of competitions.

Mr. Zeeshan patiently answered all the questions, providing valuable insights into the world of professional tennis and the life of a Tennis player. The students were fascinated by his responses and appreciated the opportunity to interact with such a successful player.

Ms. Sapna Dhawan, Dean Student Welfare, DPS Gurgaon, Sector 45 also graced the occasion by her presence.

The session ended with a vote of thanks by expressing the gratitude to Mr. Zeeshan for sharing his time and expertise with the students. The session was a great learning experience for the students, as they gained valuable insights into the world of sports and the importance of hard work, perseverance, and determination.