Mangaluru: St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) has added yet another feather to its sporting cap with an outstanding national-level performance by Alaister Samuel Rego, a first-year B.Voc Sports Management student, at the All India University Swimming Competition held at SRM University, Chennai, from December 19 to 23.
Silver and bronze in freestyle events
Competing against some of the country’s best university swimmers, Rego delivered a stellar performance by clinching the silver medal in the 400 metres freestyle, clocking an impressive 4 minutes 8.70 seconds. He further strengthened his medal tally by securing the bronze medal in the 200 metres freestyle, finishing with a commendable timing of 1 minute 57.32 seconds.
The twin podium finishes highlighted his endurance, speed and consistency across middle-distance freestyle events, underlining his strong competitive temperament at the national stage.
University lauds sporting excellence
The dual-medal achievement has brought significant honour to St Aloysius University, with the university fraternity expressing immense pride in Rego’s accomplishment. Faculty members, coaches and fellow students congratulated him for his dedication, discipline and perseverance, noting that his success reflects the institution’s emphasis on holistic development.
University officials observed that Rego’s performance stands as a strong example of how academic learning and high-performance sport can go hand in hand when students are provided with the right encouragement and opportunities.
Commitment to sports and academics
Rego’s achievement once again underscores St Aloysius University’s continued commitment to nurturing sporting talent alongside academic excellence. By supporting student-athletes across disciplines, the university aims to create platforms where young sports persons can compete at national and international levels while pursuing professional education.
