Kho Kho Association of Philippines gets recognition from AKKF

The Asian Kho Kho Federation (AKKF) has officially recognised the Kho Kho Association of Philippines as its newest member, marking a milestone in the sport’s global expansion. The Philippines is poised to develop Kho Kho further within its local communities

Hyderabad: The Asian Kho Kho Federation (AKKF) has officially recognised the Kho Kho Association of Philippines as one of its newest members, marking a significant milestone in the global expansion of the traditional Indian sport of Kho Kho.

This recognition highlights the growing international appeal of the fast-paced tag sport, which continues to attract athletes and sports enthusiasts across continents.

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Kho Kho, originally played in India for centuries, has evolved into a modern, organised sport with structured leagues, including the first-ever World Cup, which was held this year.

The AKKF’s recognition of the Philippines underscores the sport’s remarkable rise in Asia and beyond, as more countries establish federations and integrate Kho Kho into their national sports programmes.

“With the Philippines joining the Asian Kho Kho Federation, we are witnessing yet another country embracing the spirit, agility, and teamwork that Kho Kho represents,” said Aslam Sher Khan, President of the Asian Kho Kho Federation. “This expansion reflects our shared mission to make Kho Kho a truly global sport and to expand it across Asia.”

“The Philippine Kho Kho Association is just beginning to grow in our local communities, and we’re excited to see more people discovering the sport. With recognition from the Asian Kho Kho Federation, we’re inspired to continue developing Kho Kho here in the Philippines. We hope to one day represent our country on the international stage. This is just the beginning of developing this traditional game in the Philippines,” said Marian Elaine R. De Chavez, President of the Kho Kho Association of Philippines.