University Level Competitions organized 2023-2024

University Level : The Mahatma Gandhi University Kho-Kho Competition for men and women was held at Morning Star College Grounds on December 15 and 16, 2023. Approximately 600 athletes from various colleges under the University participated in this two-day competition. In the women’s category, Morning Star College came first, followed by Alphonsa College, Pala in second place, St. Joseph’s Academy of Higher Education and Research, Moolamattom in third place, and Devaswom Board College, Thalayolaparambu in fourth place. In the men’s category, St Mary’s College, Manarcad took first place, with St. Joseph’s Academy of Higher Education and Research, Moolamattom in second, Sree Sankara College, Kalady in third, and S.N.M. College, Maliankara coming in fourth.

Mahatma Gandhi University Men & Women Powerlifting  was held at  Morning Star College Grounds on January 13 & 14, 2023. About  400 athletes from various colleges under the University participated in the two-day competition.In the women’s category Morning Star College came first with 57 points , St. Dominic’s College, Kanjirapally., came second with 43 points , C M S College , Kottayam came third with 33 points and Bharat Mata College , Thrikkakara came fourth with 24 points . In the men’s category, Men Champions Newman College Thodupuzha came first with 47 points , Bharat Mata College (BMC), Thrikkakara came second with 43 points , St. Dominic’s College, Kanjirappally came third with 41 points and Sree Shankara Vidyapeetom , Airapuram came fourth with 33 points

First Morning Star Yogasana Championship & Exhibition 

More than 200 boys and girls from various parts of Kerala participated in the 1st Morning Star Yogasana Championship, which was held at the Morning Star College auditorium on 27th October 2023. HolyGrace Academy, Mala, secured the first position, while St. Joseph’s Model H.S.S., Kuriachira, Thrissur, took the second position. Prizes were awarded to both individual medalists and team winners. The Department of Physical Education participated in the exhibition Educera 2023. The venue for the Physical Education department was the college auditorium. In the exhibition, we showed stalls for various sports and games equipment, achievements, descriptions of the games, competition venues through demo displays, health and fitness equipment displays and demonstrations, yoga equipment, demo displays, and fun games, etc. The exhibition was very interesting for both students and the public.

District Level Competitions organized 2023-2024

The Ernakulam District Sub-Junior, Junior Boys, and Mixed Tug-of-War Competition took place on October 27, 2023, at Morning Star College Grounds. The event was inaugurated by Puthuppally Constituency MLA, Chandy Oommen. Approximately 350 players from various areas within the Ernakulam district participated. The winners of the competition received their prizes under the leadership of Mr. P V Kunju Nedumbassery Grama  Panchayath President.

Extension Activity – Come Let’s Play

The “Come, Let’s Play” scheme, launched in 2017, aimed to provide comprehensive sports training to school children and college students. Throughout the year, the initiative facilitated training camps for various teams including the university women’s Kho Kho team, Kerala state sub-junior and junior Tug of War teams, and district and state senior and junior Tug of War teams. Additionally, a camp was organized for the mini netball girls’ team (below 10 years old). Morning Star College hosted district, state, and university-level competitions during the academic year, attracting talented male and female athletes from across Kerala. Coached by experts, participants from Morning Star College excelled, securing numerous medals for Ernakulam district, Kerala state, and Mahatma Gandhi University.

A Talk on Kerala Youth Force

On August 16, 2023, Morning Star College Auditorium hosted a talk titled “A Talk on Kerala Youth Force,” aimed at first-year and second-year UG students. The session featured Aravind Sajeevan, Senior Training Instructor specializing in Team Building and Motivation, and Bibin Ouseph, Training Instructor focused on Evacuation and Field Training, both from Team Kerala – Kerala Youth Force. The event included interactive sessions and activities tailored to enhance students’ team-building skills and foster their interest in social activities, disaster management, and first aid. Attendees also received information on opportunities to join Team Kerala – Kerala Youth Force, the social service organization under the Kerala Government.

Fitness Drive

From 17th to 31st July 2023, the Department of Physical Education conducted a Fitness Drive for 1st and 2nd year U.G. students to assess their physical efficiency in agility, flexibility, strength, and BMI. The following tests were administered to measure these components: shuttle run test , sit and reach test, stadiometer, weighing machine, BMI calculation, and sit-ups. Utilizing the Physical Efficiency Norms developed by M.G. University, we evaluated and assigned grades ranging from very poor to excellent for each student in every component. Physical education department HOD , Dr.mettilda thomas provides advice classes regarding the role of fitness for healthy living.

Sports Talent Hunt

10 to 14 July, 2023  department of physical education conducted Sports Talent to discover the sports skills of the first year students who have taken admission in Morning Star College . Talented students selected to the evening and morning batch practice session .

Nari Shakti-Self Defense Training Programme

The “Nari Shakti – Self Defence Training Programme” was jointly organized by the IQAC and the Department of Physical Education on June 27, 2023, at the college auditorium for U.G. and P.G. students. Smt. Celia Vinny V (Angamaly Block Panchayat Member) delivered a talk on women empowerment through education in the modern era. Furthermore, Mr. Mujeeb Rahman and his team from Pink Shield, Lubaina Kalari, Kochi, conducted a Kalari demonstration class and taught the students basic self-defense attack techniques.

International Yoga Day 2023

International Yoga Day was observed at Morning Star College, Angamaly, on 21st  June 2023, in the college auditorium. Ms. Aleena Mathew (Inter University Yoga Player, NSQF Level-4 Yoga Instructor) provided yoga training classes. Dr. Mettilda Thomas (HOD, Department of Physical Education) delivered a talk on the importance of yoga in daily life. The students were very interested in performing and practicing yoga during the session

Certificate Courses 2023-24

Department conducted 2 different certificate courses during the academic year. The courses were Certificate Course in Yoga & Certificate Course in basic Fitness .

State Level Competitions organzied 2023-2024

State level : The Kerala State Sub-Junior, Junior, and Senior State Tug of War Championship was held on June 24, 2023, at Morning Star College Ground. A total of 840 contestants from 14 districts across Kerala participated and competed for the win. Mr. Benny Bahanan, M.P., inaugurated the championship. The distribution of prizes was carried out by the former MLA, Joseph Vazhakan, and the College Principal, Shemi George.

Yoga and Mindfulness

From August 10th to 12th, 2022, Morning Star Home Science College in Angamaly conducted a skill enhancement program on Yoga and Mindfulness Training for college students, organized by the Department of Physical Education. Led by Ms. Anjaly Jose, an accomplished NSQF Level 4 Yoga Instructor and All Inter-University Yoga Player, the program featured theoretical and practical sessions held at the Yoga Hall in the Nazareth Block. Emphasizing fundamental asanas and pranayama, the training aimed to impart essential yoga skills and promote mindfulness among participants. A total of 50 students actively engaged in the three-day program, benefiting from Ms. Anjaly’s expertise and gaining practical insights to enhance 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, Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly, in collaboration with Madhyamam newspaper and the Department of Physical Education, organized a friendly Tug of War competition. The event, themed “SAY NO TO DRUGS, YES TO HEALTH,” aimed to raise awareness against drug abuse. Inaugurated by MLA Mr. Anwar Sadath, the competition highlighted the college’s victory over Sree Sankara College, Kalady. The initiative underscored the role of sports in promoting a healthy lifestyle and fostering a resilient mind and body, advocating sports as a positive alternative to substance 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 .