Kho Kho Federation of England
The Kho Kho Federation of England (KKFE) is the governing body for the sport of kho kho in the United Kingdom.[1] Established in 2014 by Brij Haldania, the sport has seen a rise in popularity especially amongst the South Asian communities that reside in the UK. KKFE has a vision to take kho kho to the international platform,[2][3] and organised international competitions involving India, England, and other countries in 2018.[4][5][6]
KKFE held the first National Kho Kho Championship in 2015, where the Finchley Shakha Kho Kho Team were crowned champions.
- Wembley Kho Kho
- Leicester Kho Kho
- Sangh United Kho Kho
- North London Nighthawks
- North London Shakha
- NHSF Kingston University
- Woolwich Kho Kho
- Ashton All Stars
- East London Shakha
- Shishukunj Kho Kho
Kingston University became the first University Kho Kho team to be recognised by KKFE.[7]
See also
[edit]References
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- ^ "British Indians fall in love with 'Kho Kho', reconnect with roots". The Indian Express. 2017-01-30. Retrieved 2023-10-06.
- ^ smadhuri (2022-02-22). "Ultimate Kho-Kho & Rise Worldwide – Indian CEO". Retrieved 2023-10-06.
- ^ Bureau, O. B. (2018-09-09). "Odisha Girl Sparkles In Kho Kho Tourney In UK". odishabytes. Retrieved 2023-10-06.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Indigenous kho kho goes international https://www.tribuneindia.com/ Vinayak Padmadeo
- ^ "Indian team led by Odisha tribal boy wins gold in Kho Kho tournament | Sambad English". 2018-09-17. Retrieved 2023-10-06.
- ^ "Home". khokho.co.uk.