A. N. College, Patna

The Department of Sports at A.N. College, Patna serves as a dynamic hub for nurturing athletic talent and promoting a culture of fitness among students. Recognized as one of the premier sports facilities in Bihar, the department boasts a sprawling sports complex featuring a 400-meter synthetic athletic track, floodlit basketball and volleyball courts, and dedicated spaces for indoor games like table tennis and chess. The college takes pride in its modern gymnasium equipped with cardio and strength-training machines, supervised by certified trainers. With a strong emphasis on both competitive sports and recreational physical education, the department organizes annual inter-college tournaments in cricket, football, and kabaddi that attract talent from across the state.

The sports infrastructure supports specialized training across multiple disciplines including:

• Athletics: (with proper jumping pits and throwing circles).
• Traditional Indian sports: (kho-kho, Kabaddi, yoga center).
• Adventure sports (rock climbing wall, trekking equipment).

Under the guidance of qualified coaches and physical education instructors students have brought laurels to the institution in university-level competitions and national championships. The department also runs fitness awareness programs and collaborates with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) for talent scouting. Through its holistic approach combining infrastructure, training, and competitive exposure, the Sports Department at A.N. College continues to produce exceptional athletes while promoting the importance of physical wellbeing in academic life..

The Department of Sports at A.N. College boasts comprehensive infrastructure designed to foster athletic excellence and promote physical fitness:

1. Outdoor Sports Facilities:

• 400-meter synthetic athletic track with proper marking for all track events.
• Grassy football field with goal posts and spectator gallery.
• Cricket ground with turf pitch and practice nets.
• Floodlit basketball courts (2 hard-surface courtswith fiberglass boards).
• Volleyball courts with professional-grade nets.
• Kabaddi/Kho-Kho arena with marked playing surfaces.
• Tennis court with synthetic surface (under construction).

2. Indoor Sports Complex:

• Multi-purpose hall for badminton, table tennis and martial arts.
• Weightlifting section with Olympic-standard equipment.
• Gymnastics area with mats and basic apparatus.
• Yoga and meditation room with audio system.
• Table tennis zone with 4 professional tables.

3. Training and Support Facilities:

• Modern gymnasium with:
• Cardio zone (treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes)
• Strength training equipment (multi-station gym set)
• Free weights area (dumbbells, barbells, benches)
• Sports science lab for fitness assessment (planned).
• Equipment storage rooms with proper racks and maintenance tools.
• Athlete's lounge with drinking water and first-aid facilities.

4. Administrative Infrastructure

• Department office with computer and record-keeping systems.
• Coaches' cabins with planning boards.
• Sports committee meeting room.
• Trophy display area showcasing college achievements.

5. Special Features:

• Floodlighting system for evening practice sessions.
• Public address system for events and announcements.
• Rain shelter for athletes during monsoon season.
• Sports medicine kit with basic physiotherapy equipment.
• Vehicle parking near sports complex.

The college regularly upgrades facilities through government sports grants and maintains partnerships with Bihar Sports Authority for equipment support. This infrastructure enables the department to host university-level tournaments while providing daily training facilities for 500+ student athletes across 15+ sports disciplines. Future plans include developing a swimming pool and sports hostel for outstation players.