Rani Laxmibai Sports Academy (RLBSA), a unit of RLBSA Foundation, is situated in Laxmipur, P.O.-Seotapur, P.S- Mairwa, Distt. Siwan, Bihar, India. Established in 2009, RLBSA is nestled in rural Bihar, specifically in Siwan district, with a singular focus on nurturing talent among children, particularly girls, in the fields of education and sports, primarily football, handball, and athletics.

Our academy offers boarding and coaching facilities completely free of charge, operating with support from generous individuals, organizations, and the local community. Over the past decade, RLBSA has proudly produced young athletes who have not only represented their state and country in football and handball but also become role models in underprivileged areas.

In December 2020, we achieved a significant milestone by completing the construction of residential facilities capable of accommodating approximately 50 children. Additionally, around 50 more children benefit from our academy’s services on a non-residential basis, including access to free meals. Beyond sports, RLBSA is committed to assisting our students in attaining formal education, enhancing soft skills such as public speaking and English proficiency.

RLBSA Foundation operates under the registered Section 8 company in India, and our founder and principal coach, Sanjay Pathak, epitomizes our dedication. Despite being a school teacher in a government school, his passion for empowering children through sports led him to create this academy. He overcame various challenges, including resistance to using a local playground, to establish this institution. Sanjay’s personal investment in time and resources has enabled countless children to pursue their dreams, even without a formal background in sports or physical education.

Our Vision: At RLBSA, we envision providing a holistic development environment for rural children, with sports serving as the vehicle for positive change.

Our Mission: Our mission is to identify and nurture talents, equip children to reach their full potential, and impart life skills that empower them to pursue their dreams.

Value Proposition:

• Encourage children, especially girls, to think big and dream big.
• Foster a passion that breaks the cycle of despair and provides sporting opportunities to rural kids.
• Develop world-class athletes.
• Provide educational assistance and guidance for senior players to pursue higher education and professional degrees.
• Drive transformative change in society’s attitude towards girls in sports.
• Shape young minds into confident citizens of tomorrow.

What We Do: At RLBSA, we not only nurture sporting talents but also aim to develop well-rounded individuals who can excel in various aspects of life. Our offerings include scouting talents at an early age, football and handball coaching by certified coaches, dedicated sports facilities, complete sports kits and equipment, participation in tournaments at various levels, educational assistance, soft skills development, comfortable lodging, nutritious meals, and a safe environment for interaction and learning.

Our Future Plans: RLBSA envisions expanding our facilities in several areas, including expert coaching workshops, coaching certification programs for graduating players, dietary and nutritional support, physical therapy and healthcare services, participation in youth leagues across the country, accreditation with AIFF, and the establishment of a fully-equipped gym.

Awards and Achievements: Over the years, RLBSA athletes have made us proud by representing their state and country in various competitions and winning medals. These include achievements in national and international championships in football, handball, and other sports.

Partnering for Success: We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the numerous individuals and organizations who have supported our academy over the past decade. Private citizens, the local community, foundations like Garnet, National Foundation for India, Nalanda Charitable Foundation, IMA Siwan, and Himeshwar Human Sports and Educational Welfare Trust have played pivotal roles in our journey.

Join us in our mission to empower young talents, transform lives, and promote excellence through sports. Together, we shape the future champions of tomorrow.