New Delhi, Aug 24: Roundglass Sports and Punjab FC secured a landmark sweep at the prestigious IAMGAME Awards 2026. They took home three major accolades that rewarded their commitment towards the development of sports in the grassroots level and giving fans opportunities to get closer with sports through live and interactive experiences.
Dedicated to shaping the future of Indian sports through the principles of Wholistic Wellbeing, the organization was recognized on multiple fronts: Roundglass Sports was awarded Gold for Grassroot Sports Programme of the Year and a Special Recognition for its Grassroot Sponsorship Initiative, while Punjab FC, playing in the Indian Super League, the top football league of the country proudly claimed the Gold for Excellence in Fan Engagement and Experience.
The IAMGAME Awards 2026 celebrated the very best in the sports business, recognizing organizations, franchises, and initiatives that are pushing boundaries and elevating the standard of sports in India.
The Gold for Fan Engagement and Experience was rewarded for Punjab FC's ongoing efforts to create deep, meaningful connections with its supporters. Competing in the top tier of Indian football, the club has revolutionized its outreach by delivering dynamic, family-friendly matchday experiences.
This includes setting up interactive game zones outside the stadium to keep fans engaged before kick-off, alongside hosting various exciting activities inside the stadium during the matches. Beyond the arena, Punjab FC has also successfully organized live football match screenings at different locations in New Delhi, Chandigarh and Mohali for its supporters, combining these real-world touchpoints with highly interactive digital initiatives that keep the fans at the very heart of the club's journey.
Equally significant is the Gold for Grassroot Sports Programme of the Year awarded to Roundglass Sports. This accolade validates the comprehensive and highly structured development model established across the Roundglass Football, Hockey, Tennis, and Golf Academies.
The Roundglass grassroots programme operates by actively scouting raw, hidden talent from remote villages and communities, bringing them into a world-class, high-performance ecosystem.
Beyond just providing state-of-the-art infrastructure and elite international coaching, the program is deeply underpinned by 'Wholistic Wellbeing'. This means young athletes are not only trained in their sport but are also provided with academic support, expert nutritional guidance, and mental conditioning, ensuring they develop into well-rounded individuals and future global champions.
Adding to the dual-gold triumph, Roundglass Sports also received a Special Recognition for its Grassroot Sponsorship Initiative. This honor highlights the organization’s foundational investments in transforming sports at the absolute community level in Punjab and across the country.
By sponsoring local tournaments and upgrading local sporting infrastructure, Roundglass ensures that aspiring young athletes have the essential resources they need to unlock their full potential right in their own backyards.
These initiatives are part of a massive, structured ecosystem designed to create clear pathways for athletic excellence. Operating across four core sports disciplines - football, hockey, tennis, and golf, Roundglass Sports has trained over 5,500 athletes across multiple performance pathways since 2021.
To ensure access and early talent identification, the organization has reached over 1,000 villages. Through its Village Sports Centers in Punjab, the grassroots football ecosystem introduces children to structured sports, building discipline, confidence, and teamwork while helping identify emerging talent. For those progressing through the ranks, the organization operates over 100 Development and Grassroot Centers, providing structured coaching, technical training, and competitive exposure to help promising football and hockey athletes progress toward elite performance.
"Winning these accolades at the IAMGAME Awards is a tremendous honor and a true reflection of our core mission," Abhishek Sinha, Lead (Marketing) for Punjab FC & Roundglass Sports stated. "While Punjab FC continues to set new benchmarks in thrilling our fans on the national stage, Roundglass Sports is working tirelessly at the grassroots level to nurture young talent. Whether it is building world-class academies or creating unforgettable matchday experiences, our goal is to inspire and revolutionize the sports ecosystem in India. These awards belong to our dedicated athletes, our passionate coaches, our hardworking staff, and the incredible fans who support us."
These prestigious recognitions arrive during a highly successful season for Roundglass Sports, which has recently seen its academy athletes excel in different sports and claim historic titles in Australia, Germany, and Sri Lanka, alongside numerous national team call-ups in all the sports.
