Sports & Co-Curricular Activities

The Senior School Boarders attend Dr. Tarunjit Singh Butalia's Lecture

On Friday, 8^th November 2024, eleven boarders from LJ, Godley, and Kelly Houses visited the Punjab Public Library to attend a lecture, titled: “Revisiting Map of Lahore Fort”. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Tarunjit Singh Butalia, PhD, a renowned historian and an Associate Professor at Ohio State University, USA. It was an enriching experience for our students, offering them fresh perspectives on the Lahore Fort through digital maps. The event, organised by the Walled City of Lahore Authority, provided them with a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of history and modern technology.

Our former Principal, Fakir Syed Aijazuddin Sahib, was also in attendance and graciously shared some of his cherished memories with the boys. He expressed his delight in meeting with our students and warmly encouraged their participation in such intellectually stimulating events.

Dr. Tarunjit also spoke about his deep familial roots in Lahore and his long-standing connections with Aitchison College. He proudly noted that his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all Aitchisonians before Partition.

Our students undertook the event under the able superintendance of Mr. Iqbal Haider the Head of co-curriculars and Mr. Muhammad Tariq, English Department.

Aitchison College Colts Visit Chenab College, Jhang

Aitchison College Colts visited Chenab College, Jhang from 6^th to 7^th November 2024 to play their annual sports fixture. The results went as such:

Cricket:	AC Colts won by 05 runs
Football:	2-2 Draw
Basketball:	AC Colts lost by 37/50

The Chief Guest on the occasion was Lt Col (R) Azam Siddiqi, worthy Principal of Chenab College Jhang.

Through the Eyes of Our Cameras

“I don’t trust words. I trust pictures.” – Gilles Peress

The Senior School held its Inter-House Photography Competition on 29^th October 2024. The House boards were adorned with photographs centred around the theme of "Reminisce”. Students reflected on their fond memories with friends, recalling the activities and experiences they enjoyed throughout their time at the school. These reflections also highlighted their personal growth and the lessons learned, showcasing how far they have come and the changes they have embraced along the way.

A C L L C F, 2024 at the Senior School

“Literature is one of the most interesting and significant expressions of humanity…” P. T. Barnum

The Aitchison College Language, Literary, and Cultural Festival (ACLLCF) 2024 attracted over six hundred delegates from Lahore and beyond. This monumental celebration of language and culture brought together students and enthusiasts, creating an atmosphere of intellectual and creative exchange on an unprecedented scale.

With six vibrant wings — English, Urdu, German, French, Islamic, and History — ACLLCF 2024 offered a rich and diverse range of activities catering to varied interests. Participants engaged in poetry, essay writing, storytelling, and creative games like Pictionary and Jenga, making it a true festival of ideas and expression. The festival also included an Urdu Ghazal competition, with extraordinary displays of pure talent. Delegates gathered around the courtyard, enjoying the performances. ACLLCF 2024 showcased Aitchison College’s commitment to promoting linguistic and cultural diversity, providing a unique platform for young minds to connect with literature, history, and philosophy. It stood as a testament to inspiring and celebrating creativity, drawing talent from nationwide to explore and deepen their appreciation for language and culture.

The Prep School, English Debates

On the 31^st of October 2024, English Department of Aitchison College, the Prep School organised the Annual Inter-House Debating Competition. This event brought together some of the brightest speakers from each House, who engaged themselves in a spirited battle of ideas through words. Our renowned judges, Aitchison Alumni, honoured us with their presence. They were:

Mr. Muhammad Rizwan Ul Hassan, managing partner at Alliance Attorneys & Legal Consultants and an Advocate for the High Court.
Mr. Muhammad Murtaza, Deputy Secretary of the Chief Minister of Punjab.
Mr. Raja Abdul Rafay, Product Software Engineer in Germany
Mr. Kaiwan Noor, a practising lawyer
Mr. Hassan Ayub, a graduate of law
Mr. Rafay Rao, Assistant Commissioner Skardu, Gilgit Baltistan.

The winning Houses are:

E2- Salauddin House
M1- Iqbal House
M2- Iqbal House.

The Prep & the Senior High Achievers' Tea Party with the Principal

Children with the Hearts of Gold - Annual Urdu Play

“People with bad consciences always fear the judgment of children…” — Mary McCarthy

The Prep School staged its annual Urdu play on November 1^st, 2024 in the Amphitheatre. The Principal, S.M. Turab Hussain and his wife were the chief guests. The play beautifully dramatised the moral ails of our society. Hypocrisy, dishonesty, deceit and deception are rife in our society, leading us nowhere. Children being angelic and pure speak the truth. The message of the play was well-received. Urdu Department and students deserve all appreciation for such a stellar performance.

Teacher-Parent Meeting at the Junior School

The session's first Teacher-Parent Meeting (TPM) was successfully conducted on October 17th and 26th, 2024. Such meetings are valuable platforms for direct communication between parents and teachers. This productive session enabled a collaborative exchange of educational strategies and insights focused on supporting each child’s academic growth. The teachers shared useful approaches with parents. The meeting concluded on a positive note, further reinforcing the Parent-School partnership.

Saddle up for Rasulpur and Col Aslam Niazi Challenge Cups

These most anticipated riding competitions were held on October, 30th 2024. Our students showed their riding proficiency in various categories in front of appreciative spectators. The Principal of Aitchison College Dr. S. M. Turab Hussain was the Chief Guest and gave away the prizes to the winners. The results:

Rasulpur Challenge Cup (Individual Tent Pegging)

Names of Riders	Class	House	Position
M Ishaq Khan	H1I	Jubilee	1^st
Hashim Waseem Aamir	C2M	Tajuddin	2^nd
M Naseer ud Din Akbar	C2G	K & N	3^rd
Col Aslam Niazi Challenge Cup (Section Tent Pegging)
M Khan Niazi	H2K	Jinnah	1st
M Musa Uzair	H1B	Jinnah
Arham Hamza Azhar	C2M	LJ
Syed Qalb e Abbas	H1B	Kelly
M Ishaq Khan	H1I	Jubilee	2nd
Mian Shahdin Tariq	H1F	Alamgir
M Husnain Khan	C2F	Centenary
M Azhar Khan	H1G	Jinnah
M Hassan Ali	H2G	Ghazi	3rd
Shameer Sarmad Khan	C2M	Alamgir
Hashim Waseem Aamir	C2M	Tajuddin
Ayaan Hassan	C2G	Centenary

Aitchison College, National Junior Tennis Championship, 2024

The 7^th Aitchison College National Junior Tennis Championship 2024 was officially inaugurated on Tuesday, 15^th October 2024, at the college. The opening ceremony was attended by prominent guests and talented young players nationwide. Dr S. M. Turab Hussain, the Principal of Aitchison College, Mr Umer Zaman Khan, Games Master and Head of Sports at Aitchison, Executive Vice President of Punjab Lawn Tennis Association (PLTA), and other dignitaries graced the occasion. In his speech, the Principal emphasised the significance of hosting such significant events at the grassroots level. Mr Sajjad Rasool acted as a referee and Mr Faheem Siddiqui oversaw the proceedings as the coordinator of the event. It is a great honour for Aitchison College to host the seventh edition of the National Junior Championship.

Aitchison Triumphs over Sadiq Public School

Our talented Aitchisonians showcased their sporting prowess against Sadiq Public School Bahawalpur, yet again. They played the annual sports fixture in Bahawalpur from the 24^th of October to the 26^th of October, 2024. Our boys played incredibly well and won the fixture. The following are the results:

Athletics: Aitchison College won 45/25 Points.
Basketball: Our boys dominated by 38/15 Points.
Cricket: Aitchison College outplayed the opponents by winning the match by an inning and sixty-one runs. Usman Khan’s 108 and Ali Hussain Badshah's 101 helped us roll past the opponents.
Football: The game exhibited fierce competition and the match ended in a goalless draw of 0-0.
Hockey: Aitchison College easily walked away by winning the match by 5-0 goals.
Squash: Aitchison won the fixture 3-0.
Tent Pegging: Sadiq Public School secured the individual win by 22 to 16 points.

All admiration for the Sports Department and the players who performed so well.

Aitchison College Science and Engineering Concept - 2024

The Aitchison College Science Society proudly hosted the ninth edition of its flagship STEM Olympiad, ACSEC IX (Aitchison College Science and Engineering Concept), from October 24^th to 26^th, 2024. Over forty schools from across Pakistan participated, with delegates travelling from diverse regions, including Karachi, Peshawar, Haripur, and Bahawalpur. The event challenged participants across a broad spectrum of STEM disciplines, engaging them in tasks that ranged from dissecting frogs and launching rockets to extracting fingerprints.

Following three days of intense competition, where delegates showcased their academic and analytical expertise, the event concluded with a formal dinner and closing ceremony in the Amphitheatre. The winners were announced, marking the culmination of six months of dedicated effort by the ACSEC team, whose meticulous planning, coordination, and passion made ACSEC IX an unforgettable experience for all participants.