Ganesh Awale

Ganesh Arjun Awale, born on September 2, 2001, in Kardanwadi, Pune district, Maharashtra, epitomizes the spirit of kabaddi from an early age. Growing up in Tawashi, Indapur, Ganesh inherited a love for the sport from his family deeply entrenched in farming. His father, Arjun, and mother, Ratnamala, both farmers, instilled in him the values of hard work and perseverance. From the tender age of 6, Ganesh found solace and excitement in the game of kabaddi, a popular pastime in his village. With the only game that echoed through the fields being kabaddi, Ganesh was inspired to take up the sport and began his journey as an all-rounder, mastering the art of raiding and defending. Under the mentorship of his coaches, Salman Sheikh and Rohit Jadav, at the Shri Siddhi Vinayak Kreeda Mandal, Ganesh honed his skills, with a special affinity for executing precise kicks and toe touches during raids. He draws inspiration from his coach, Salman Sheikh, a seasoned kabaddi player renowned for his exceptional skills and strategic prowess on the mat. Ganesh's dedication and talent have earned him recognition on various platforms, including representations at Sub Junior Nationals in 2014, School State tournaments in 2017, and U19 Nationals at the school level. He also showcased his prowess at the university level, representing Ashumer University. Noteworthy among his achievements is the Best Raider Award he clinched at the Sub Junior Tournament, a testament to his exceptional raiding abilities. As he pursues his MA 2nd Year degree, Ganesh harbors aspirations beyond the kabaddi field, aiming for a career as a police officer, blending his passion for sports with a commitment to public service. With determination and grit, Ganesh Arjun Awale is poised to make his mark both on and off the kabaddi mat, embodying the true essence of sportsmanship and dedication.