Fourie, who first came to India in 2022 as mentor to Bihar\u2019s Rugby team and is now part of the coaching staff at the Rugby India\u2019s High-Performance centre in Bhubaneshwar, is looking for talent from these Games which could be nurtured and groomed in the next few years.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIndian talent in rugby is formidable but has yet to reach its full potential. Our aim is to identify promising players and approach universities demonstrating exceptional performance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBy increasing awareness and participation in rugby, especially among children, confidence will grow, and enjoyment of the sport will deepen within the youth. Additionally, leveraging platforms like Khelo India will provide crucial exposure to young athletes, ensuring that the talent pool is nurtured and empowered,\u201d said the South African.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fourie points out that India boasts of diverse genetic composition across states and regions and the diversity provides for a rich talent pool that needs to be identified and nurtured.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOur current focus revolves around assessing the talent pool at the university level, especially from Khelo India. We\u2019re examining whether playing styles, skill levels, and overall alignment match our objectives. We are also evaluating the effectiveness of our efforts in reaching this demographic,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The South African said his focus was now to create strategies to empower university-level players to excel and contribute to the broader rugby community, fostering a culture of growth and success.<\/p>\r\n\r\n", "image": "https:\/\/img.cricketnmore.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kiug-2023-looking-for-fresh-talent-rugby-coach-kiano-fourie-feels-khelo-india-the-right-platform-for-players-to-excel.jpg", "alt_img": "KIUG 2023: Looking for fresh talent, rugby coach Kiano Fourie feels Khelo India the right platform f", "alt_title": "KIUG 2023: Looking for fresh talent, rugby coach Kiano Fourie feels Khelo India the right platform f", "image1": null, "video": null, "seo_title": "KIUG 2023: Looking For Fresh Talent, Rugby Coach Kiano Fourie Feels Khelo India The Right Platform For Players To Excel On Cricketnmore", "seo_desc": "KIUG 2023: Looking For Fresh Talent, Rugby Coach Kiano Fourie Feels Khelo India The Right Platform For Players To Excel, Khelo India University Games: South African rugby coach Kiano Fourie has been watching every game at the Khelo India University.", "seo_keywords": "Kiano Fourie, Khelo India, South African, Khelo India University Games, Rugby India, The South African", "tag": "", "tagging": "Kiano Fourie, Khelo India, South African, Khelo India University Games, Rugby India, The South African", "status": "1", "img_rpt": "0", "google": "1", "standout": "0", "edapps": "0", "pulse": "0", "no_index": "0", "feed": "0", "fixture": null, "slug": "kiug-2023-looking-for-fresh-talent-rugby-coach-kiano-fourie-feels-khelo-india-the-right-platform-for-players-to-excel", "user_id": "0", "read_count": "0", "ians_date": null, "ians_time": null, "server_time": null, "trash": "0", "view_count": "643", "page_break": "0", "instant_articles": "1", "auto_link": "0", "created": "2024-02-24 13:54:03", "updated": "2024-02-24 13:54:03", "img_from": "Image Source: IANS", "img_source": null, "schedule_publish": null, "news_keywords": "Kiano Fourie, Khelo India, South African, Khelo India University Games, Rugby India, The South African", "livescore_text": null, "livescore_link": null, "btn_text": null, "resend_feed": "1", "google_feed": "1", "read_more": "0", "posted_by": "23", "jio_date": "2024-02-24 13:54:03", "scheduled": "0", "news_now": "0", "breaking_news": "0", "google_date": null, "featured": "0", "sports_name": "others", "cnmid": "870759", "link": "https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/sports-news\/kiug-2023-looking-for-fresh-talent-rugby-coach-kiano-fourie-feels-khelo-india-the-right-platform-for-players-to-excel-13491" }