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Lovely Professional University is dedicated to promoting the holistic development of its students, emphasizing both physical and mental strength. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including expansive outdoor spaces and top-tier equipment, LPU provides a conducive environment for athletic excellence. Under the guidance of expert coaches, students have consistently achieved remarkable success in a wide range of sports, setting new standards of achievement. LPU boasts a wide array of indoor and outdoor sports facilities. From state-of-the-art indoor stadiums to sprawling outdoor fields, the university offers an exceptional sporting experience. These facilities cater to a diverse range of sports and fitness interests, promoting a healthy and active student life.
| Sports | Infrastructure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Type | Nos. | |
| Shooting Range 10 Meter with 25 lanes | Indoor | Synthetic Flooring | 1 |
| Table Tennis 8 Tables | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Chess | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Weight lifting | Indoor | Wooden | 1 |
| Taekwondo | Indoor | Rubber Flooring | 1 |
| Wrestling/ Judo | Indoor | Rubber Flooring | 1 |
| Aerobics | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Roller Skating | Semi- Indoor | Wooden | 1 |
| Boxing ring | Uni polls | Wooden | 1 |
| Yoga and meditation | Indoor | Matting | 1 |
| One mallakhamba | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Wushu | Indoor | Rubber Flooring | 1 |
| Badminton | Indoor | Synthetic Flooring | 12 |
| Squash Court | Indoor | Wooden Flooring | 6 |
| Volleyball | Indoor | Synthetic Flooring | 3 |
| Basketball | Indoor | Synthetic Flooring | 1 |
| Swimming | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Warm up Pool | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Indoor | Rubber Flooring | 1 |
| GYM | Indoor | Concrete | 1 |
| Sports | Infrastructure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Type | Nos. | |
| Basketball | Court | Concrete | 8 |
| Lawn Tennis | Court | Concrete | 2 |
| Volleyball | Court | Clay | 6 |
| Handball | Court | Clay | 3 |
| Kho-Kho | Field | Clay | 2 |
| Cricket Cemented Wickets | Field | Concrete Wickets | 3 |
| Softball/Baseball | Field | Grass | 1 |
| Football | field | Grass | 2 |
| Cricket | field | Grass | 1 |
| Hockey | field | Grass | 2 |
| Badminton | Court | Concrete | 6 |
| Archery Range | Outdoor | Grass | 1 |
| Standard Track | Outdoor | Grass | 1 |
| American Football | Field | Grass | 1 |
| Korfball | Court | clay | 1 |
Lovely Professional University (LPU) has long been dedicated to nurturing athleticism and promoting a passion for sports among its students and the broader community. In line with this commitment, LPU has successfully hosted a series of National, Zonal, and Local sporting events that have significantly shaped the sports landscape in the region. These events have attracted participants from various universities, colleges, and schools, all eager to compete and hone their skills using LPU’s world-class sports facilities. The university’s unwavering dedication to sports and community engagement is clearly reflected in the success and impact of these events, which continue to inspire and promote a vibrant culture of athletic excellence. Glimpses of the LPU Sports facilities (Indoor and Outdoor):
Indoor Sports Complex inside LPU
Swimming Pool at LPU
Basketball Court at LPU
Badminton Courts at LPU
Squash Courts at LPU Campus
Shooting Range at LPU
Handball Ground at LPU
Baseball Ground at LPU
Track and Field Ground at LPU
Cricket Ground at LPU
Volleyball Ground at LPU
Football Ground at LPU Campus
| S. No. | Name of Event/Activity (Full Name) | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Zone Inter University Kho-kho Women | 5-Dec-2024 | Baldev Raj Mittal Uni-polis |
| 2 | Shri Ashok Jain Memorial Badminton Tournament | 4-Oct-2024 | Shanti Devi Mittal Indoor Sports Complex |
| 3 | 3rd India Para Open National Championship | 09-Nov-2024 | Shanti Devi Mittal Indoor Sports Complex |
| 4 | KVS National Boxing, Handball (Men) | 10-Sep-2024 | BH-4 Ground |
| 5 | 3rd India Taekwondo Para Open National Championship | 27-Jul-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
| 6 | Punjab State Futsal Club Championship | 18-Jul-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
| 7 | Arashi MMA South Asian Championship | 14-Jun-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
| 8 | All India Inter University Softball Women Championship | 4-Jun-2024 | BH1 and BH4 Ground, Lovely Professional University |
| 9 | Arashi MMA National 5 Day Workshop | 17-Apr-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
| 10 | All India Inter University Hockey Men Championship | 28-Jan-2024 | BSF Astro Turf Ground Jalandhar, Lovely Professional University |
| 11 | All India Inter University Boxing Women Championship | 19-Jan-2024 | Uni-polis, Lovely Professional University |
| 12 | Arashi MMA National Championship | 19-Jan-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
| 13 | North Zone Inter University Kho-kho Men Championship | 15-Jan-2024 | Bh-4 Ground, Lovely Professional University |
| 14 | North East Zone Inter University Boxing Women Championship | 14-Jan-2024 | Uni-polis, Lovely Professional University |
| 15 | National Master Workshop for Hand to Hand Fighting | 5-Jan-2024 | Indoor Sports Complex, Lovely Professional University |
On 5th September to 8th December 2024, Lovely Professional University hosted the North Zone Inter University Kho-Kho Women tournament at the Shanti Devi Mittal Indoor Sports Complex, opposite Faculty Apartment Block 41C. The event was organized by the Division of Sports, Student Welfare Wing and witnessed the participation of 472 athletes from various universities. The tournament was graced by Dr. Sorabh Lakhanpal, as the eminent guest. This prestigious event provided a platform to showcase talent, promote sportsmanship, and encourage the spirit of competitive sports among women athletes at the university and national level.
On 13th to 17th November 2024, Lovely Professional University hosted the 10th Divyang Indian Cricket League at the LPU Playgrounds, near Boys’ Hostel 1. The event was organized by the Division of Sports, Student Welfare Wing and witnessed the participation of 145 athletes. The league was graced by Dr. Aman Mittal, Vice President of LPU, Dr. Lovi Raj Gupta, Pro Vice Chancellor of LPU, and Dr. Sorabh Lakhanpal, Professor and Senior Dean, LPU, as eminent guests. This inclusive sporting event provided a platform for differently-abled athletes to showcase their talent, promote sportsmanship, and encourage competitive spirit.
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From 4th to 6th October 2024, Lovely Professional University hosted the Shri Ashok Jain Memorial Badminton Tournament as part of its shared sports facility initiative. The event was organized by the Division of Sports, Student Welfare Wing and saw the participation of 100 players. The tournament was graced by Mr. Som Prakash, former Deputy Commissioner of Jalandhar, as the eminent guest. This event provided a platform for athletes to showcase their talent, foster sportsmanship, and promote competitive badminton within the university community.
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On 9th to 10th November 2024, Lovely Professional University hosted the 3rd India Para Open National Championship at the Shanti Devi Mittal Indoor Sports Complex, opposite Faculty Apartment Block 41C. The event was organized by the Division of Sports, Student Welfare Wing and witnessed the participation of 130 athletes. The championship was graced by Dr. Sorabh Lakhanpal, Professor and Senior Dean, LPU, and Miss Veena Arora, General Secretary of the Punjab Taekwondo Association and Vice President of India Taekwondo, as eminent guests. The event provided a platform to promote para-sports, showcase talent, and encourage inclusivity and competitive spirit among differently-abled athletes.
On 10th to 14th September 2024, Lovely Professional University hosted the KVS National Boxing and Handball (Men) tournaments at the LPU Playgrounds, near Boys’ Hostel 4. The events were organized by the Division of Sports, Student Welfare Wing and saw the participation of 800 athletes from various regions. The tournaments were graced by Dr. Sorabh Lakhanpal, Professor and Senior Dean, LPU, as the eminent guest. These competitions provided a platform for athletes to demonstrate their skills, promote sportsmanship, and encourage competitive spirit at the national level.
Teams from all over India came to compete in this historic event, showcasing their talent and passion for the sport. It was a beautiful sight to see individuals from the trans community coming together to celebrate their love for cricket and break barriers in the process. LPU honored to have the incredible Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi, a renowned transgender activist and artist, as chief guest for the tournament. Her inspiring words and unwavering support for the LGBTQIA+ community were a source of motivation for everyone involved. Click here for more information.
LPU hosted North Zone Inter University Hockey Men championship in which 31 universities with 534 players of the zone have participated and Lovely Professional University (LPU) has lifted the North-Zone Inter-University Hockey (Men) Championship-2022-23. Click here for more information.
National Gridiron (American Football) U16/18 & Senior Boy's and Girl's Championship 2022’s final matches have been played at LPU Grounds. Click here for more details.
The Qazaq Kures National Championship 2023 officially kicked off, and we were thrilled to co-host this prestigious event with the Qazaq Kures Association of India. Athletes from all corners of the nation descended upon Lovely Professional University to showcase their skills and compete for the ultimate prize.
For those unfamiliar with Qazaq Kures, it is a traditional martial art that originated in Kazakhstan and is widely practiced throughout Central Asia. It involves two competitors wrestling each other while wearing special belts, with the goal being to throw the opponent to the ground and pin them for three seconds.
We were honored to play a part in promoting this unique and ancient sport and to provide a platform for these talented athletes to showcase their abilities. The energy and excitement were palpable, and we witnessed incredible performances throughout the event.Click here for more information