Where Football Meets Opportunity | IKF 360
At IKF 360, through our Field of Dreams initiative, we believe football is much more than just a game — it is a tool to build confidence, discipline, leadership, education, and a better future for every child. ⚽✨ Field of Dreams is a social impact initiative under IKF 360 focused on supporting aspiring footballers both on and off the pitch through football development, life skills, mentorship, literacy, emotional well-being, and holistic growth. Players like Triya, Rinky Pinky, and Dheeraj are inspiring examples of this vision in action. Through continuous guidance, life skill sessions, mentorship, and emotional support, they were empowered to believe in themselves and continue pursuing their football dreams with confidence and purpose. The sessions focused not only on football but also on communication, discipline, teamwork, leadership, decision-making, and handling challenges in everyday life. These experiences helped them grow as individuals, students, and athletes. IKF 360 is working towards creating an ecosystem where every football-loving child — regardless of background, geography, or financial condition — gets access to opportunities, guidance, and a pathway for the future. Because at IKF, we believe dreams should never stop because of lack of support. This is just the beginning. There are many more stories waiting to rise from the grassroots of India.
India Khelo Football Season 5 National Finals Produce Professional Football Signings
A proud moment for the entire IKF family Out of the many talented players who participated in the ISL Season Finals, three players have now signed professional football contracts with clubs. Nirwan – FC Madras Ss Sameeh– Sudeva FC Lalrinzuali(Aizawl) – Sudeva FC Lari’s journey truly represents the impact of this movement. She first participated in a FREE football trial conducted in Aizawl. From there, she travelled to Shillong for the Zonal Finals, earned her place in the National Finals in Mumbai, and today, she has signed a professional contract with Sudeva FC. This would not have been possible without the constant support of our supporters, partners, and everyone who believes in giving young footballers a platform to dream bigger. Your support is changing lives and creating opportunities for talented players across the country. We are so happy to see that from the Season 5 National Finals itself, players are already getting signed by professional clubs. And this is just the beginning. There are many more talented players, many more success stories, and many more dreams that IKF will help achieve in the coming years. Thank you for being a part of the IKF journey. Team IKF
India Khelo Football x Aavishkaar Foundation | Khel Sa Rozgar Tak Gorakhpur Edition
The movement continues… and this time, Gorakhpur takes the stage
India Khelo Football x Aavishkaar Foundation | Gorakhpur Edition The movement continues… and this time, Gorakhpur takes the stage Over 4 impactful days (20th–24th April), India Khelo Football, in collaboration with Aavishkaar Foundation, conducted school football workshops across the city —laying the foundation before the big trials on 24th - 25th April . Workshop Journey: Day 1: North India School Day 2: MG Inter College Day 3: Army Public School, Gorakhpur Day 4: Naval’s National Academy, Gorakhpur Day 5: Naari Shakti Trial , Gorakhpur Day 6: Tyger IKF Trial , Gorakhpur These sessions went beyond just football. They focused on: Creating clear football pathways Educating on balancing sports & menstrual health Building life skills & employability skills Empowering players to grow on and off the field To support grassroots development, 5 footballs were gifted to each school The response was incredible: 84 girls 249 boys participated in these workshops—showing immense enthusiasm and potential. Conducted completely free of cost, the trials saw players step up to showcase their talent and learning. Across both days: 414 total participants took the field Every player also received sipper bottles as a token of encouragement ! The journey has just begun… and Gorakhpur is only the start
India Khelo Football – Project Naari Shakti
India Khelo Football – Project Naari Shakti India Khelo Football has introduced Project Naari Shakti as part of IKF Season 6, a special initiative focused on encouraging and supporting girls in football across India. Through this initiative, we are building a girls-first ecosystem: Girls-only trials Safe, women-led environment Football & career opportunities Girls can participate in IKF trials completely FREE of cost. This initiative is not only about identifying talented female footballers. It is about giving young girls the confidence, opportunity, and platform to experience football and become part of the sporting ecosystem. We invite our supporters, partners, and well-wishers to help us create equal opportunities for girls in Indian football. Learn more about Project Naari Shakti by clicking on the button given down. Aap Khelo. Mauka Hum Denge. Talent is the only currency. Team India Khelo Football
