Niral Prajapati

Sports have always been a huge aspect of my life. I've played cricket for almost a decade, represented my borough, and have experience in the coaching of young cricketers. 

If elected, I will introduce regular mixed cricket sessions that are the perfect blend of "training" and messing about (which I think is essential in any sport).

My top priority will be inclusiveness, which I learned to value as president of the gym society at 6th form. I aim to organise training sessions that are accessible to everyone of all skill levels. As someone new to sports such as Kho Kho, badminton, or football, I understand how daunting it can be for newcomers when trying a new sport, which I used to feel, but this year's HSOC sports have allowed me to overcome those thoughts. I'm willing to continue playing sports outside of cricket to encourage efforts in joining new sports.

With regards to nationals, I have helped to coordinate events such as proms, disco dandiyas and large get-togethers in ticketing and hospitality, ensuring I will be able to manage such events

My vision for next year's sports is for them to be competitive for those who want them to be, but also casual for others, promote sports as a means of fun, fitness, and connection through things such as post-training socials and funny forfeits. Nonetheless, having participated in nationals this year, I built connections with many talented individuals within UCLHSOC who I know will help train and develop the coming talent next year.