08-07-2025
Roll ball: Goan physio Artura basks in India's Jr World Cup triumphs
Artura Domanda Da Costa was appointed physio for both national teams at the 1st Junior Roll Ball World Cup in Kenya
Panaji: Not many make it to the World Cup, and only a handful triumph.
In her first major sports assignment, Artura Domanda Da Costa thought she was fortunate enough to just be at the 1st Junior Roll Ball World Cup, but it turned out to be an enormous success story as India achieved a historic double at the Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.
For what many take a lifetime, the Goan physiotherapist achieved in a matter of days as India junior boys defeated Kenya 5-1, and the girls blanked the hosts 5-0 in dominant performances on the world stage.
'It was an incredible honour to be part of such a historic event,' said Artura. 'Supporting both teams and witnessing them lift the trophy was a proud and unforgettable moment.'
Artura was appointed as the team physio for both national teams.
She played a crucial role in injury management, recovery strategies, and overall athlete care throughout the event.
'India's clean sweep at the inaugural World Cup was not just a testament to the talent of its young athletes, but also to the dedicated team of professionals who stood beside them every step of the way,' said Artura.
A combination of hockey and basketball on in-line skates, roll ball is played in over 60 countries.
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India were the favourites to triumph, given previous performances at the senior level. Originating in Pune, roll ball is a sport invented by an Indian school teacher in 2003.
Based in Varca, Artura is an alumnus of Vidya Vikas Academy, Margao, and completed her bachelor's in physiotherapy from Dr. M.V. Shetty College of Physiotherapy, Mangaluru. She is currently pursuing her final year of Master's in Sports Physiotherapy at KLE Institute of Physiotherapy.
The World Cup journey for Artura began with a 15-day training camp at Balewadi, Pune, where the teams trained intensively under the guidance of coach Rajashekar V (boy) and Hemangini Kale (girls).
'Our college is associated with a roll ball club, and when there was a need for a physiotherapist, they contacted us. This turned out to be a memorable experience,' said Artura, whose previous sporting experience was working with football teams in Belgaum.
Artura was also part of the physiotherapy team for the National Games in Goa.
