Tell us a bit about the sport of kabaddi and what makes it unique?
Kabaddi is like a more active version of tig, like we used to play as kids, but involves wrestling and more rules. There are two teams that take turns in sending one person, a raider, to go into the oppositions court to touch as many people as possible and make it back to their court in thirty seconds without getting caught.
This aspect makes the sport quite unique as it involves quite a few ideas and movements from other sports, such as rugby and wrestling.
How did you first get involved in the sport and what do you enjoy most about it?
I first got into the sport this summer, when I had finished high school and was at home for five months before starting university. I enjoy the fact that a smaller, faster person can get points and outperform even the biggest and best players.
What have you enjoyed about getting involved in coaching kabaddi?
I like helping those that have never heard or played kabaddi get to learn and enjoy it, building their confidence and teamwork.
How can people get involved in kabaddi and what would your advice be?
I know that kabaddi may not be very widespread at the moment, but if you live in Glasgow and are interested in trying it out, we train every Tuesday at Glasgow Central Mosque from 7pm til 9pm. Currently we only have men's coaching. Even if you have a smaller build, don't feel that you are at a disadvantage.
