Athletics
Athletics is considered to be the mother of all games and is, in fact, a way of life and not just a sport. An athlete is an all-round sportsperson with skills for cricket, football, tennis and has immense control over his body and senses. Athletics not only builds the pupils physically but it helps in body coordination and gives the pupils mental steadiness.
We have a 400-mtr mud track with 6 lanes along with Jumping and Throwing facilities. The athletes are provided with ample opportunities to participate in various levels of competitions such as State, Junior National, IPSC and at the SGFI. Under the guidance of Dr. Beena Varghese and Dr. Jaswant Sisodia our athletes have won the IPSC Trophy for many years. We also won the SGFI Gold medal in athletics.
Activities
PSC Athletic Meet for Under 19 Boys - Report
The IPSC Athletic Meet for Under-19 boys was held at Punjab Public School in Nabha from Oct 19-21, 2023, with 12 schools participating across India.
Our athletes excelled, setting records and indicating a promising future for our School's athletics.
P.A Najappa was the star of the championship, winning gold in the 400-meter race and silver in both the 200-meter and 100-meter races, earning him the title of "Best Athlete of the Championship."
Shivanth clinched a gold medal in the high jump event, showcasing his dedication and hard work that outclassed his competitors.
Agastya also made his mark in the Meet by winning a silver medal in the triple jump. His impeccable technique and agility were noteworthy.
Our school's 4x100m relay team, comprising P.A Nanjappa, Agastya R, V Vidhusen, and Anshuman, won the silver medal, contributing to our School's achievements.
In conclusion, the IPSC Athletic Meet was a resounding success for our School's athletes. Their dedication, training, and perseverance were evident in their outstanding performances. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and confident they will continue to reach new heights.
Tamil Nadu State Athletic Championship -2023
Two students from our School, Nanjappa and Shivanth, competed in the State Athletic Championship conducted by the Tamil Nadu State Athletic Association. The event was held in Namakal from 13 to 17 September 2023. Nanjappa, Class XII, participated in the U-18 boys' 100m and 400m races, while Shivanth, also in Class 12, competed in the U-18 boys’ high jump.
Nanjappa advanced to the semifinals among 92 competitors, while Shivanth placed 7th out of 40. The boys were accompanied by their Coach, Dr. Jaswant Sisodia.
NILGIRI DISTRICT JUNIOR ATHLETIC MEET-2023
GOLD FOR SHIVANTH & NANJAPPA
At the recently concluded Nilgiri District Junior Athletic Meet on 25 August 2023, two boys from our School won medals. Nanjappa, a student in class 12, won a gold medal in the 100m race and a silver medal in the 400m race for the under-18 boys division.
Shivanth of Class 12 won gold in the U-18 high jump event. Both athletes held records in our School's Inter-House Athletic Meet 2023
ANNUAL ATHLETICS MEET 2023-24
The highly anticipated Inter-House Athletics Competition for the year 2023-24 began on 28th July and culminated on 5th Aug. We were honoured to have Ms Gayathri (OL Class of 94, Medalist - Asian Masters Athletics) as the Chief Guest. Ms Gayathri shared her successful journey in Athletics with our students and inspired them to scale new heights with determination and the ‘Never-give-in’ spirit.
This event marked a day of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and healthy competition among the various Houses of our School. Students from all classes / Houses showcased their prowess in athletics and team spirit in a series of exciting track and field events.
The Inter-House Athletics Competition witnessed a range of thrilling events that captivated the entire school community. Old records were broken in five different in the U-19 Division for Boys and for Girls.
New Records
After a day filled with intense competitions, breathtaking moments and nail-biting finishes the overall results for the Inter-House Athletics Competition 2023-24 were as follows:
Best House (School wise) Overall House Position
Overall Best House – Nilgiri House
March past - Best House-Vindhya and Second Position-Sumeru
Several outstanding athletes were recognized for their exceptional performances. Awards were presented to individual champions who displayed exceptional skills, determination, and sportsmanship across various events.
Individual Championship 2023-24
The Inter-House Athletics Competition 2023-24 was a resounding success, showcasing the talents and dedication of our students. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants, students, teachers and staff who supported and encouraged the athletes. The Event concluded with a sense of pride and unity, reinforcing the importance of physical activity and teamwork within our school community.
