Ludhiana, May 24 -- The state's first-ever total attack volleyball pitching machine was inaugurated at the Satish Chander Dhawan (SCD) Government College on Thursday evening. The machine, a first for any educational institution in Punjab, was imported from the USA with financial support of Rs.8.50 lakh provided by the Rajya Sabha member Sanjeev Arora.

The three-wheeled total attack machine is designed in collaboration with top international and collegiate coaches. It enables players to practice against high-speed serves with sidespin, replicating real-game conditions. The machine can deliver balls at speeds of up to 90 mph, simulating jump serves with precision. It also allows coaches to conduct specialised drills covering various aspect...