The Army Boys Company, AOC Centre at Secunderabad, is conducting a pre-induction rally (trials) at the Port Stadium’s outdoor basketball courts here from July 3 to 5 for boys of Andhra Pradesh.
The final selection would be conducted later at Secunderabad during which the boys would be picked up for an intensive training by Army and SAI coaches. Food and accommodation would be provided for the boys during the training programme and they could also opt for a job in the Army at the end of training, president of the District Basketball Association T.S.R. Prasad told reporters here on Friday. The AOC took the help of DBA for organising the pre-induction rally (preliminary trials) for boys in the 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Boys in the 11-14 years age group as on August 5, 2014 can appear for the preliminary trials here. Boys who have played for a State in the Zonal or National championships or raw but talented players can attend. They have to bear their own expenses during the trials.
Other details can be had by contacting Boys Sports Academy, AOC Centre, Secunderabad, PIN 900 453, C/O 56 APO. Senior JCO, Sports Coy 09392417194 or basketball coach 93940 09631.