A volunteer-led sporting group in Victoria is working to turn community enthusiasm into structured opportunity, with a growing focus on Kho Kho and other emerging codes.
United Teams Victoria Inc. was formed by like-minded individuals driven by a shared aim of promoting sport, fitness and inclusive participation across all genders, age groups and abilities. Based in Victoria, the organisation has sought to bridge informal community play with formal development pathways.
What began as a small initiative led by Savitha, supported by friends and members of the wider community, has developed into a broader effort centred on grassroots sport. The group has acknowledged the role of Melbourne Kannada Sangha and Rockers Club in helping build confidence and participation at an early stage, describing such organisations as providing the foundation on which new sporting ideas can take hold.
Under the UTVI banner, KK United has emerged as one of the Victorian teams promoting Kho Kho, a fast-paced tag sport that originated in India. Played on a rectangular court with minimal equipment, the game relies on speed, agility and teamwork. In Australia, it is governed by Kho Kho Australia, which has established safety and competition frameworks as participation expands.
“Kho Kho is a low-infrastructure, fast-growing sport gaining global recognition and being embraced by multicultural communities,” UTVI notes.
KK United began with a mix of complete beginners and players reconnecting with a childhood sport. Within a short period, the team competed in Australia’s first National Kho Kho Championship, held in Sydney in December 2025, alongside sides from Victoria, New South Wales and the ACT.
What began as a small initiative led by Savitha, supported by friends and members of the wider community, has developed into a broader effort centred on grassroots sport
From that initiative, selected players are now progressing towards international representation at the Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship. For the athletes involved, it marks a new stage in what has largely been a community-driven movement.
Savitha, who leads KK United and serves as Secretary of UTVI, has also invested in formal coaching accreditation. “I personally lead KK United and have a long-standing passion for the sport,” Savitha says. “In 2025, I completed the Level III ‘A’ International Coaching Certification for Kho Kho in Gurgaon, India.”
The qualification links Victorian players with internationally recognised standards and provides a framework for structured development. Training sessions are currently conducted across four Melbourne locations, including Wyndham and Tarneit, Glen Waverley, Oakleigh and Berwick, supported by volunteers and experienced players.
UTVI’s broader program extends beyond Kho Kho. Indoor Cricket, Badminton and other community fitness initiatives form part of its activity. “We collaborate with supporters and community partners to build teams, create growth pathways, and empower families to engage in sport as a means of physical wellbeing, confidence building, and social connection,” the organisation says.
The group has stated that it hopes to see Kho Kho expand beyond South Asian communities and attract wider participation across Victoria. Families are increasingly joining sessions together, with parents and children sharing the court.
In line with its inclusive vision, UTVI has partnered with IndianCare as a Community Partner for a women’s sports festival to be held on 7 March in Victoria, marking International Women’s Day. The event aims to highlight wo
men’s participation in sport and wellbeing initiatives, bringing together community members, sports providers and volunteers.
“Our vision extends beyond participation,” the group explains. “We focus on knowledge sharing, coaching pathways, and sport-related certifications and workshops delivered through strategic collaborations with community organisations and sporting bodies.”
“UTVI’s mission is to support our communities through sports development, strategic community collaborations, and coaching, with a strong focus on creating sustainable and inclusive sporting opportunities,” Savitha adds.
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