Physical Education

Physical Education

Entrusted with the responsibility of inculcating the “Fitness lifestyle” among the students, as well as in the community, the Physical Education Department in the college was formed in 1984. Since the day of its inception, incessant efforts are being made to see that students are being made aware of the overall development of their lifestyle, personality and health, and social responsibility. Our college has adequate facilities for sports and games. The college has the best university women’s team for Kho-Kho, Powerlifting, Yoga and Tug of War. Apart from these, our college has won medals in Fencing, Judo, Athletics & Armwrestling. The college has successfully churned out International, National, Inter-University, State, and University level medal winners in various sports disciplines.

Faculty

Dr. Mettilda Thomas

  • M.P.E
  • UGC-NET
  • Ph.D.
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Facilities

Play Fields

Our facility boasts a diverse range of sports amenities, including kho kho and kabbadi fields that resonate with the spirit of traditional Indian sports. Additionally, we offer a fencing piste for honing precision and agility, a dedicated court for tug of war enthusiasts, and a specially designed arm wrestling table for those seeking strength challenges. For team sports enthusiasts, we provide well-maintained handball and badminton courts. Chess and carroms enthusiasts can indulge in strategic battles, while those inclined towards athletics can utilize our mini track and field area. To cater to versatile interests, a multi-purpose court accommodates various sports activities. With these facilities, we ensure a vibrant sports environment encouraging skill development, teamwork, and healthy competition among our students and sports enthusiasts.


Fitness Center and Yoga Center

Our institution takes pride in offering a cutting-edge Fitness Center and Yoga Center equipped with the latest tools and manned by certified trainers. The objective is to cultivate a fitness-oriented culture among both our students and the wider community. In these state-of-the-art facilities, individuals can engage in tailored fitness routines under the guidance of expert trainers, promoting overall well-being and a healthy lifestyle. The focus on physical and mental health underscores our commitment to fostering a holistic approach to education, ensuring that students and community members have access to top-notch facilities to enhance their fitness levels and overall quality of life.


Weight Training Center

Weight training center established on 2017. 

List of equipment:-

  1. Powerlifting bar 20kg – 2 nos
  2. Bench press- 1 nos
  3. Adjustable squat stand – 1 nos
  4. Dumbbells – Various weights
  5. Weight plates – Various weights
  6. Barbell – 3 nos
  7. Weight training belt – 1 nos

Activities

Yoga and Mindfulness

From August 10th to 12th, 2022, the Department of Physical Education at Morning Star Home Science College in Angamaly organized a skill enhancement program on Yoga and Mindfulness Training for college students. Led by Ms. Anjaly Jose, an experienced NSQF Level 4 Yoga Instructor and All Inter-University Yoga Player, the program encompassed both theoretical and practical sessions held at the Yoga Hall in the Nazareth Block. With a focus on fundamental asanas (yoga poses) and pranayama (breathing exercises), the training aimed to equip students with essential yoga skills and foster a sense of mindfulness. A total of 50 students actively participated in this three-day program, benefiting from the invaluable knowledge and practical experience gained, which would aid in improving their physical and mental well-being.

Training Programme

First Aid Procedure & Emergency Care Management Training Program:

  • Dates: July 27-29, 2022
  • Organized by: Department of Physical Education, Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly
  • Venue: Nazareth Block, Morning Star Home Science College
  • Resource Person: Mrs. Lakshmipriya V K, Nursing Officer at Govt Medical College, Mulakunnathukavu, Thrissur
  • Number of Participants: Approximately 50 students

Topics Covered in the Training Program:

  1. Snake Bite & Management
  2. Dog Bite & Management
  3. Drowning & Management
  4. Cuts and Wounds – Management
  5. Sports Injuries & Management – Sprain, Strain, Dislocation & Spinal Cord Injuries
  6. CPR Training for Adults and Infants

The sessions conducted during the training program were highly beneficial for all the students. They covered various aspects of first aid management and provided clarity on different topics. The students had the opportunity to ask questions and clarify their doubts, enhancing their knowledge and skills in emergency care management.

Say No! to Drugs

On February 17th, 2023, a friendly Tug of War competition was organized at Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly, in association with the Department of Physical Education and Madhyamam newspaper. The event aimed to promote the slogan “SAY NO TO DRUGS, YES TO HEALTH” and raise awareness against drug abuse. The competition was inaugurated by MLA Mr. Anwar Sadath, and the Principal of the College, Tug of War Association office bearers, and media representatives spoke against drugs. In this friendly match, Morning Star College emerged victorious by defeating Sree Sankara College, Kalady, securing the first position. The campaign emphasized the importance of sports as a healthy addiction to foster a strong mind and body, promoting sports training and competitions as an alternative to drug abuse.

Competition Arena

On July 9th, 2022, the Department of Physical Education at Morning Star Home Science College organized the Ernakulam District Senior Men, Women & Mixed Tug of War Championship 2022-23 at the college ground. The tournament was inaugurated by Anwar Sadath MLA. Approximately 12 teams from various colleges, schools, and clubs participated in the tournament.

Tug-of-War 2022

Tug of War University Competition- Mahatma Gandhi University Men & Women Tug of War competition was held at  Morning Star College on December 16 & 17, 2022. About 380 athletes from various colleges under the University participated in the two-day competition. In the women’s category Morning Star College came first, Pavanatma College, Murickassery came second, Newman College Thodupuzha came third and Sree Sankara Vidyapeetom college, Valayanchirangara came fourth. In the men’s category, Pavanatma College, Murickassery came first, Newman College Thodupuzha came second, Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha came third and St. Dominic’s College Kanjirappally came fourth

Cricket Competition

Inter-department Cricket Competition was held.

Yoga Competition

Inter-department Yoga Competitions were conducted by the department.

Yoga Day 2022


International Yoga Day 2022 was commemorated by students practicing the asanas on the multi-purpose court.

Open Gym

The multipurpose court was constructed for students to practice netball, kho-kho and badminton . Inauguration ceremony was done by MLA Anwar Sadath . Our open gym was constructed with the aim of improving the general health of students and the public . The formal inauguration was done  by Mr. Kunjumon , Nedumbassery panchayath president .

Achievements

National Level 2022

  1. 35th Senior National (Women’s -500 Kg) Tug of War Championship 2022:
    • Thasleena T K and Aryananda T secured the Gold Medal.
    • Held at Kurukshetra, Haryana.
  2. National Seniors Classic Powerlifting Championship 2022:
    • Rehana A R participated.
    • Held at Bhadravati, Maharashtra.
    • Dates: October 12-16, 2022.
  3. 36th National Games Kho-Kho Championship:
    • Revathy Krishna M participated.
    • Held at Gujarat.
    • Dates: October 30-November 4, 2022.
  4. All India Senior National Beach Tug of War Championship:
    • Aleena Jose won the Gold Medal.
    • Held at Shiroda, Maharashtra.
    • Dates: May 28-30, 2022.
  5. 17th Senior Federation Cup National (Mixed -580Kg) Tug of War Championship 2023:
    • Thasleena T K secured the Gold Medal.
    • Held at Panchkula, Haryana.
  6. 55th Senior National Kho Kho Championship (Men & Women):
    • Adithya S participated.
    • Held at Shri Tuljabhavani District Sports Complex, Osmanabad, Maharashtra.
    • Dates: November 20-24, 2022.
  7. 17th Senior Federation Cup National (Women’s -500 Kg) Tug of War Championship 2023:
    • Aryananda T and Thasleena T K secured the Gold Medal.
    • Held at Panchkula, Haryana.

All India Inter-University 2022

  1. All India Inter University Fencing Championship:
    • Amalu James participated.
    • Held at Jammu University.
    • Dates: December 20-23, 2022.
  2. Inter University Kho-Kho Championship:
    • Nandhana Shibu, Dhanya D, Ganga C S, Krishna Priya B.S., Revathy Krishna M, Adithya S, and Afnitha C Rafeek participated.
    • Held at Alliance University Bangalore.
    • Dates: January 23-26, 2023.
  3. All India Inter University Mixed Tug of War Championship:
    • Aradhana Saji and Aryananda T participated.
    • Held at Jaipur University.
    • Dates: January 14-17, 2023.
  4. All India Inter University Powerlifting Championship:
    • Rehana A R, Vidhya Viswambaran P., Sreya P. S, and Babitha M Babu participated.
    • Held in Himachal Pradesh.
    • Dates: March 9-12, 2023.
  5. All India Inter University Yoga Championship:
    • Vidhyalakshmi Krishnan and Mildamol Binoy participated.
  6. All India Inter University Beach Tug of War Championship:
    • Devika Dinesh, R Vigila, Archana Saji, Aradhana Saji, Devika M. R, Parvathy Nadhana, and Arya Nadhana secured bronze medals.
    • Held at AMET University Chennai, Tamilnadu.
  7. All India Inter University Indoor Tug of War Championship:
    • Abina George and Devika Dinesh secured bronze medals.
    • Held at AMET University Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
    • Dates: April 2-5, 2023.
  8. All India Inter University Outdoor Tug of War Championship:
    • Arathy Babu, R Vigila, and Archana Saji secured bronze medals.
    • Held at AMET University Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
    • Dates: April 2-5, 2023.

State Level 2022

  1. The 50th All Kerala Senior State Kho Kho Championship:
    • Held at Valavannur Stadium, Thuvvakkad, Malappuram.
    • Dates: October 29-30, 2022.
    • 5 players from the college participated and secured medals.
    • Krishna Priya B.S, Revathy Krishna M, Adithya S, Dhanya D, and Nandhana Shibu secured Bronze Medals.
  2. Kerala Senior Beach Tug Of War Championship:
    • Held at Kanhangad Kasaragod.
    • Date: May 16, 2022.
    • R Vijila, Aleena Jose, Devika Dinesh, Thasleena T. K, and Arya Nadhana participated.
  3. All Kerala Junior Equipped Powerlifting Championship:
    • Held at Trivandrum.
    • Dates: May 29-30, 2022.
    • 9 players from the college participated.
    • The following students secured medals in various categories:
      • Vidya Viswambaran P – 52 kg – Bronze Medal
      • Anupama P P – 43 kg – Bronze Medal
      • Anju Martin – 76 kg – Bronze Medal
      • Devika Dinesh – 84 kg – Bronze Medal
  4. All Kerala Senior Tug of War Championship:
    • Held at Palakkad.
    • Date: July 17, 2022.
    • Morning Star Home Science College was the Runner Up.
    • Medal winners from the college: Thasleena T. K (Captain), Devika M. R, Aryanadha T, Parvathy Nandhana, Devika Dinesh, Aleena Joshy, Karthika Gopakumar, R Vijila, and Arathy Babu.
  5. All Kerala Sub Junior, Junior, and Senior State Classic Powerlifting Championship:
    • Held at Pallath Raman Memorial Hall, Fort Kochi.
    • Date: July 31, 2022.
    • The following players from the college secured medals in different categories:
      • Sandra Santhosh – 47 kg – Gold Medal
      • Amalu James – 63 kg – Gold Medal
      • Rehana A R – 76 kg – Gold Medal
      • Anupama P P – 47 kg – Silver Medal
      • Vidhya Viswambaran P – 52 kg – Silver Medal
      • Athulyamol P L – 63 kg – Silver Medal
      • Babitha M Babu – 69 kg – Silver Medal
      • Anju Martin – 69 kg – Bronze Medal

University Level 2022

  1. M.G University Tug of War Championship:
    • Held at Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly.
    • Dates: December 16-17, 2022.
    • We secured the champions trophy in the women’s category.
  2. M.G University Kho-Kho Championship:
    • Held at BPC College, Piravom.
    • Dates: January 3-4, 2023.
    • We secured the champions title.
  3. M.G University Yoga Championship:
    • Held at St. Teresa’s College Kochi.
    • Date: October 10, 2022.
    • We won the champions trophy in the women’s category.
    • We won a total of 6 gold medals.
  4. M.G University Fencing Championship:
    • Held at Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta.
    • Dates: November 1-2, 2022.
    • We secured the runner-up position in the women’s category.
    • Our Sabre Team won 4 Gold Medals.
    • Our Epee Team won 4 Bronze Medals.
    • Our Sabre Individual won 1 Bronze Medal.
  5. M.G University Powerlifting Championship:
    • Held at Newman College, Thodupuzha.
    • Dates: January 23-24, 2023.
    • We secured the overall first position in the women’s category.
    • We won 2 Gold, 3 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals.

District Level 2022

Morning Star Home Science College secured first position in District Kho-Kho and Tug of War (Junior & Senior) championships . 

Dist. Tug of War

Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly  Champions Trophy in Ernakulam District Senior Tug of War Championship held on 09-07-2022.

Medal winners are:-

Thasleena T. K – B. Sc Zoology

Devik Dinesh – M. Sc Zoology

Devika M. R, Monika Suresh, Aleena Joshy, Aryanadha, Parvathy Nadhana, Arathy Babu – B A Economics

R. Vijila – B. Sc Chemistry.

Tug-of-War Champs

Runner Up- All Kerala Senior Tug of war championship held at Palakkad – 17/07/2022.

Medal winners are Thasleena T. K (Captain ), Devika M. R, Aryanadha T, Parvathy Nadhana, Devika Dinesh, Aleena Joshy, Karthika Gopakumar, R Vijila, Arathy Babu (Morning Star College), Coach – Aleena Jose (Morning Star).

Powerlifting 2022

All Kerala State Junior Equipped Powerlifting Championship was held at Thiruvananthapuram from 29  to 30 May 2022. 9 players from the institute participated in the event and the following secured medals in varied categories.

Vidhya Viswambaran P ( 52 kg ) Bronze medal

Anupama P P ( 43 kg) Bronze medal

Anju Martin ( 76 kg ) Silver medal

Devika Dinesh ( 84kg ) Silver medal.

National Champion

Ms.Aleena Jose secured Gold Medal in the All India Senior National Beach Tug of War championship held at Shiroda, Maharashtra from 28-05-2022 to 30-05-2022.

M.G Runner up 2021- 22

UNIVERSITY LEVEL 

  1. M.G University Fencing Championship held at Chinmaya College of Arts,Commerce and Science, Tripunithura from 10th to 11th November,2021 . We secured runner up position in the women category.
  2.  On 26th and 27th February, 2022 M.G University Powerlifting Championship held at Morning Star College , Angamaly . We secured 3 Gold , 4 Silver and 1 Bronze medal  and overall runner up position in the women category .
  3. Devika Dinesh and Jinimol secured Bronze medal in M.G University Weightlifting championship held at St. George’s College, Aruvithura on 6th December, 2021.

M.G. Champs 2021-22

M.G  UNIVERSITY LEVEL CHAMPIONS 2022

  1. M.G University Tug of War championship held at St Dominic’s College, Kanjirappally on 3rd March, 2022. We secured the champions trophy in the women category.
  2. Morning Star College secured champions title in the M.G University Kho-Kho championship held at Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly from 26th  to 27th February 2022.
  3.  M.G University Yoga Championship held at Bishop Kurialacherry College for Women, Amalagiri from 17th to 18th November,2021.  We secured the champions trophy in the women category.

State level 2021-22

STATE LEVEL

  • All Kerala Senior State Kho Kho Championship was held at Kozhikode from 29th to 30th october, 2021 . Our 7 Players Participated & Secured Medals. Anna Rose V P Secured Silver Medal  & Sangeetha M .J, Anju Avarachan , Krishna Priya B.S ,Revathy Krishna M, Adithya S, Dhanya  D Secured Bronze Medals.
  • Thaleena T.K & Karthika Gopakumar secured Bronze Medal in All Kerala Senior Netball Championship held at Haripad from 13th to 14th November, 2021. 
  • All Kerala sub junior and junior powerlifting championships were held at Kozhikode from 01 -11-2021 to 03-11-2021. Our 10 students participated in the event and the following players secured medals in various categories-Sandra Santosh (47Kg – Sub Junior) Bronze Medal, Babitha M Babu (69kg Junior) Silver medal and Devika Dinesh (84kg Junior) Bronze Medal.
  • The Senior All Kerala Powerlifting Championship was held at Malappuram from 11-12-2021 to 12-12-2021. Our 12 players participated and medal winners were – Babitha M Babu (69Kg) Bronze Medal, Rehana A R (84Kg) Silver Medal & Devika Dinesh (84Kg) Bronze Medal.
  • All Kerala state classic powerlifting championships were held at Alappuzha from 12th to 14th March, 2022 . The medal winners were Babitha M Babu (69 Kg- Junior category) Gold Medal and Vidhya Viswambaran P (52kg- Senior) Gold Medal , Rehana A R (84kg- Senior) Gold Medal , Sandra Santhosh (47 Kg- Senior) Silver Medal , Amalu James ( 57 Kg- Senior) Silver Medal , Vyshnavi Das (63Kg- Senior) Bronze Medal & Anju Martin (76Kg- Senior) Silver Medal .
  • Aryanandha T , Thasleen A T K, Karthika Gopakumar , Devika Dinesh , Parvathy Nandhana, Devika M R, Aleena Jose, R Vigila , Jesby K Ibrahim and Monika Suresh secured silver medals in All Kerala Senior Tug of War championship was held at Muvattupuzha on 12th March , 2022. Our four students participated in the All-Kerala Junior Tug of War Championship held at Kannur

DISTRICT LEVEL 

  • Morning Star College secured first position in District Kho-Kho, Powerlifting and Tug of War (Junior & Senior) championships and 2nd runner up in Netball (Junior & Senior) championships.
  • First district Olympic games our college Kho-Kho team secured first position and the Netball team secured runner up position in women category.

Inter-University

ALL INDIA INTER-UNIVERSITY LEVEL 

  1. Aleena Mathew, Anjaly Jose & Vidhyalakshmi Krishnan participated in the All India Inter University Yoga Championship held at KIIT, Bhubaneswar from 25th to 28th December, 2021.
  2. Dharshana Davis participated All India Inter University Fencing championship held at GNDU ,Amritsar from 7th to 10th January 2022
  3. Sangeetha M .J, Ganga C S, Krishna Priya B.S ,Revathy Krishna M, Adithya S & Anna Rose V .P  were participated Inter University Kho-Kho Championship held at Kakatiya University , Warangal  from 17-03-2022 to 20-03-2022
  4. Babitha M Babu and Amalu James participated in the All India Inter university powerlifting Championship held at Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan University from 21st to 24th April , 2022.
  5. Karthika Gopakumar , Thasleena T . K, Devika Dinesh & Parvathi Nandana secured bronze medal in All India Interuniversity Indoor Tug Of War Championship held at Kannur University on 6th May, 2022 
  6. Aleena Jose, Devika M . R , R. Vijila & Thasleena T . K secured Bronze medal in All India Interuniversity Outdoor Tug Of War Championship held at Kannur university from  7th to 8th May ,2022.
  7. Aleena Joshy & Aryananda T participated in All India Inter University Mixed Indoor Tug Of War Championship held at Kannur university on 6th May , 2022 

KHO-KHO 2021-22

NATIONAL LEVEL 

  • Anna Rose V .P – was junior Kerala team captain and  participated Junior National Kho-Kho championship held at KIIT, Bhubaneswar from 22nd to 26th September , 2021
  • Revathy Krishna M & Anna Rose V .P – Participated in Senior National Kho-Kho Championship held at Madhya Pradesh from 26th To 30th December , 2021

SOUTH ZONE NATIONAL LEVEL 

  • Krishna Priya B.S ,Revathy Krishna M & Anna Rose V P secured Silver medal in Senior National South Zone Kho-Kho Championship held at Telangana from 12th to 14th November , 2021.

Powerlifting – 2022

Sandra Santhosh, Rehana  A R  and Vidhya Viswambaran P – Participated National Junior Classic Powerlifting Championship held at Alappuzha From 09/04/2022 To 13/04/2022

National Medalist

Thasleena  T K – Secured Bronze Medal in  Senior Mixed Tug of War Championship  held at Rajasthan 

Champions 2022

Seniors 

Amrutha Davis: Gold Medal, 57 Category, 3rd B A Economics
Amalu James : Gold Medal, 63 Category , 2nd B Sc FCS.
Babitha m Babu : Silver Medal, 76 Category ,2nd year MSc Home Science
Devika Dinesh : Silver Medal, 84 Category, 1st M.Sc Zoology
Athulya mol PL: Silver Medal, 69 Category , 2nd B Sc FCS.
Aarsha Johnson: Bronze Medal, 53 Category, 2nd B.Sc FCS.
Sandra Santhosh : Bronze Medal, 47 Category, 2nd B .Com

Juniors 
Amrutha Davis: Gold Medal , 57 category, 3rd B A Economics
Sreekutty KR : Gold Medal, 47 Category, 2nd B .Voc
Amalu James : Gold Medal,63 Category, 2nd BSc FCS
Devika Dinesh: Gold Medal , 84 Category, 3rd B.Sc Zoology
Athulya mol PL : Silver Medal, 69 Category, 2nd B.Sc FCS
Aarsha Johnson: Silver Medal, 53 Category 2nd B.Sc FCS
Babitha M Babu : Silver Medal,76 Category 2nd year M.Sc. Home Science
Gini PJ :  Silver Medal, 63 Category, 2nd B.Voc
Swetha Sankaran : Silver Medal, 57 category ,3rd B .com

Sub Juniors 

Sandra santhosh : Gold Medal , 47 category(2nd B.Com)
Sreya P S : Gold Medal, 52 Category (1st B .Com)
Anju Martin : Gold Medal ,69 category(1st B A Economics)
Vidhya Viswambaran P :  Silver Medal, 57 Category(1st B .Com)
Aleena Joshy: Bornze Medal, 63 category (1st B A Economics)

Kho Kho Champs 2022

Revathykrishna secured best Defender and Adithya S secures best Chaser award 

Scholarships

  • Best Sports Women Award: P.T.A Award for Outstanding Sports Women.
  • International, National and Inter-university players award: PTA awards for International, National and Inter-university performers.
  • Best Yoga Performer Award: Prize instituted by Prof. Pauline Joseph K. former HOD of Physical Education to the student who is the Best Yoga Performer of the college.
  • State and University Medal winners award: P.T.A awards for the State and University winners and team members.

Best Practices

Come, Let’s Play !

The ‘Come let’s play’ initiative, inaugurated in 2017, focuses primarily on engaging students from the nearby community in sports and games. The scheme’s core objective is to offer opportunities for local youth and sports enthusiasts to receive training under the guidance of experienced coaches from Morning Star College. This initiative not only serves as a platform for nurturing talented athletes but also acts as a talent pool from which outstanding individuals can be selected to join the Morning Star Home Science College team. Morning Star provides the necessary facilities, including courts and mats, while participants are expected to bring their sports attire and equipment. Training sessions are conducted in the morning, evening, and include special coaching on Saturdays, fostering a culture of sportsmanship and skill development in the local community.