Today, Velammal is not only known for its quality education but also for its contribution towards grooming successful sports personalities in the nation. Over the years, Velammal has invested millions of rupees in building a world-class sports infrastructure and has hosted several national and International sports events. It invites several eminent sports personalities to motivate the talented students as well as to felicitate them. As a tribute to their achievements in sports and bringing glory to the nation, Velammal has named its Indoor stadiums and play fields after them.

Velammal sports academy is being established in the year 2007, to nurture the talented students. Students who wish to pursue sports as their career are given exclusive training by qualified sports professionals in their chosen field of interest be it athletics, chess, swimming, volleyball, basketball, cricket, football, hockey or tennis. Students from all over the country are welcome to join and avail these facilities and shine. They also benefit from the visits by leading sports personalities of international stature who give essential and valuable tips, share their experiences, motivate and inspire the students by their sheer presence.