PROPOSAL FOR SPONSORSHIP

FOR

TUSHAR SHAHANI CURRENTLY RANKED NO. 1

IN INDIA & NO. 1 IN ASIA IN UNDER -17 IN SQUASH

WHY I’M PASSIONATE ABOUT SQUASH

A racquet sport played in 172 countries worldwide.

Recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Over 20 million in viewership worldwide.

Strong possibility of inclusion in the 2024 Olympics.

Live coverage on leading TV sports channels and YouTube.

An intensive mind and body sport.

Rated as the number one healthiest sport to play by Forbes in 2003.

Viewership increasing day by day.

Indian Squash player. Currently playing in the ‘Boys Under 17’ category. Current rankings:

o Indian Ranking : No. 1 o Asian Ranking : No. 1 o World Ranking : top 20 o Date of Birth: 19th February 2001 o Education: Studying in 10th Standard o School: Arya Vidya Mandir, Bandra West

Father: Mr. Kavi Shahani Contact: +91 9820152203 Profession: Business of Fashion Accessories Email: kavi@indiaconnection.co.in Educational Background: MS. (U.S.A.)

Mother: Payal Shahani Contact: +91 9820047119 Profession: Home Maker/Designer Email: payalshahani@yahoo.com Educational Background: BA

ABOUT ME!

I have won several tournaments and have always been in the top rankings since I started playing professionally. I’ve bagged 35 trophies till date.

My Squash Achievements 14-15

DATE NAME OF TOURNAMENT POSTION CATEGORY STAR

July 16 Hk juniors squash open chanpionship Winner U-17 ***

July -16 Nsci Winner U-17 ****

Jun-16 Delhi summer classic Winner U-17 ***

May -16 Isa Junior Open Chennai Winner U-17

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May-15 Isa Junior Open Chennai Winner U-15 ***

Feb-15 Matunga Open Winner U-17 **

Jan-15 British Junior Open 7th U-15 ****

Nov-14 CCI Runner Up U-15 ***

Oct-14 Junior Nationals Winner U-15 *****

Sep-14 Jaipur Open Winner U-15 ***

Aug-14 Hk juniors squash open championship Winner U-15 ***

Jul-14 Nsci Runner Up U-15 ***

Jul-14 JVPG-Juhu Gymkhana Winner U-15

MY ACHIEVEMENTS SO FAR…

I am also a vital part of the SRFi – the federation that oversees the promotion and development of Squash in India.

I have been leading the chart in all the age categories that I’ve played in.

ROLE IN THE SRFI (The Squash Rackets Federation of India)

ROLE IN THE SRFI

My matches are regularly covered by leading media houses.

PRESS COVERAGE

PRESS COVERAGE

PRESS COVERAGE

A glimpse into my favorite moments…

Quarter Final against Asser Hisham (Egypt) in the Under 13 category - BJO Squash Blog

WINNING MOMENTS

Champions photo after winning the Matunga Open in the Boys Under 17 category at the age of 13

A glimpse into my favorite moments…

WINNING MOMENTS

Group photo after winning the Junior Nationals in Chennai in the Boys Under 15 category.

A glimpse into my favorite moments…

WINNING MOMENTS

WINNING MOMENTS

I have a dream of taking India to the top of the charts in the world Squash scenario. For that, I need to keep training and participating in tournaments world over.

I’m willing to put in my best efforts but will need your support to keep training and improving my game. Here’s a detailed break- up of the funding that will be required.

Training – Continuous training at Khar Gym for learning and improving my game, including physical fitness, mental fitness, flexibility and court time. (Approx. funds: Rs. 2 lacs per annum)

Tournament Participations – Will be participating in Squash tournaments both in India as well as abroad. The immediate upcoming tournaments include:

- 6 within Mumbai limits - 6 within India (2 in Chennai, one in Jaipur & other national tournaments) (Approx. funds: Rs. 40,000 (each) x 6 = Rs. 2,40,000.)

- 4 international tournaments – 2 in Asia (HK/Penang) & 2 in Europe (Dutch/British) (Approx. funds: Rs. 8,00,000)

Hence, total funds required per year would be Rs. 12,40,000.

MY FUNDING REQUIREMENT (For the period of 2015-18)

My equipment are being sponsored by the major French sports equipment brand – Tecnifibre, which was founded in1979 by the current CEO Thierry Maissant.

The brand has a worldwide reputation in the tennis and squash market.

Tecnifibre produces world class racquets, bags, strings, apparel and other Tennis and Squash accessories.

Clothing for the tournaments is done by myself.

MY FUNDING REQUIREMENT (For the period of 2015-18)

Media Coverage: I play approximately 100 matches in a year with considerable media coverage and viewership.

Continuous press coverage during tournaments by newspapers and magazines.

Brand Visibility: Your brand name and logo will be a part of my T-shirt and sweat bands. The apparels will be worn while training and tournament matches.

More brand visibility after every match/tournament conclusion as leading media houses publish photographs of top 2 finishers.

Wider brand reach: Regular updates sent out to Khar Gym members in the form of monthly club newsletter and other magazines with a reach of over 10,000 readers.

Branding in sports related newsletters: Coverage in Prosquash newsletters.

Special Sponsor Mentions: Sponsor mention in photo ops and winner interviews after every tournament.

Brand Ambassador: Open to represent the company as a youth role model for India.

Your brand will gain numerous advantages from our association.

WHAT YOUR BRAND GAINS FROM OUR ASSOCIATION

“Master Tushar Shahani has been coaching with me since he started playing Squash in February 2009 at the Khar Gymkhana Squash Academy. In my career of 30 years, 18 being a coach; I have not seen a more diligent and conscientious trainee. Tushar’s conduct and work ethics are exemplary and he is an asset to anyone associated with him. I’m convinced that Tushar will be a champion through his squash career.”

Mr. Amitoj Inder Singh Squash Australia L3 Coach (accredited by Australian Sports Commission) Asian Squash Federation L2 Coach NCAS L2 Coaching Principles (NCAS – National Coaching Accreditation Scheme, Australia)

RECOMMENDATION FROM MY COACH

Looking forward towards a mutually enriching association!

THANK YOU!