~From Swimming, Chess, Cricket, Athletics, to Gymnastics, JBCN learners have made their mark at the ISSO National Games 2024-25~

December 4th 2024, Mumbai:  Learners from JBCN International School showcased remarkable talent at the ISSO National Games 2024-25, achieving accolades across various sports categories such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, U14 Boys Cricket, High Jump, Long Jump, Hurdles & Shot Put, Relay Race, etc. A total of 270 schools participated in this event, reflecting the extensive engagement and competitive spirit fostered by ISSO. Additionally, four learner-athletes from JBCN International School had been selected to represent India at the ISF Gymnasiade 2024 in Bahrain, scheduled from October 23rd to 31st. Their outstanding performances at the ISSO National Games 2023-24 earned them this prestigious opportunity, showcasing their dedication and potential.

The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) continues to redefine sports excellence for the international curriculum schools scattered across the Indian subcontinent. One of its central affiliates, ISSO offers young athletes opportunities to compete on national and global platforms, through affiliation with the International Schools Sports Federation (ISF) and the School Games Federation of India (SGFI). Programmes such as participation in global events like the ISF World School Games empower India’s future athletes to showcase their talent.

At the World School Games, held under the aegis of the World Olympic organisation, the Indian contingent of 170 athletes and officials made a mark among participants from 80+ countries and nearly 10,000 competitors. The Indian team, comprising athletes from JBCN International School, brought home an impressive medal tally, including a gold in archery, five medals in taekwondo (silver and bronze), and a bronze in karate.

Please find details of the achievements below:

Chess:

1. Megh Jain – Under 11 boys Chess – Bronze
2. Ananya Khandelwal – Under 14 girls Chess – Silver

Swimming:

1. Rivaan Kolahi – 100M Freestyle (Boys under 14) – Bronze
2. Ahhan Surekha – 200M Backstroke swimming – Silver
3. Kshiraj Gidwani, Ahhan Surekha, Aarush Kenia and Arjun Indulkar – Medley Relay (U17 category) – Silver
4. Kshiraj Gidwani – 400m Freestyle Swimming (U17 age category) – Silver

Athletics:

1. Saashvi Jogani – Gold in High Jump & Bronze in Long Jump Girls (U19 category)
2. Tiya Chopra – Gold Medal in 100 mts Hurdles & Silver in Shot Put (Girls U17)
3. Rishaan Thakkar – Gold Medal in 3000 mts run (Boys U17)
4. Ariha Kothari – Bronze Medal in High Jump (Girls U 14)
5. Ziya Thakkar – Silver in 3000 mts in (Girls U 17)
6. Mahi Shah, Ariha Kothari, Tiya Chopra, Ziya Thakkar – Gold Medal in 4X100 mts relay (Girls under 17)
7. Manya Bokria, Mahi Shah, Ariha Kothari, and Ziya Thakkar – Gold Medal in 4X400 metres relay (U 17 Girls Category)

Rhythmic Gymnastics:

1. Aarna Shah – U11 Girls Category – Gold in Freehand and Bronze in Hoop
2. Tiara Shah – U11 Girls Category – Silver in clubs
3. Myra Savla – Gold in clubs, Silver in hoop, Silver in ball, Silver in ribbon and Silver in all-rounder
4. Shanaya Parekh – Bronze in all-rounder and Silver in Balancing Beam
5. Tiana Chodankar – Gold in hoop and Bronze in Free Hand

Taekwondo:

Srinika Mudaliar – Gold in Taekwondo (Hyderabad)

ISSO U14 Boys Cricket:

1. Veer Karvat – awarded the Best Bowler
2. Shivay Dalal, Hridaan Bhalaria and Siddharth Parekh – awarded best Emerging players of the tournament

On this momentous occasion Mr Kunal Dalal, Managing Director, JBCN Education said, “We are beaming with pride for our learners who showcased exceptional spirit at the ISSO Games. It’s not just about winning, but the tireless dedication, resilience, and teamwork demonstrated by every learner, parent, and faculty member. Congratulations to each participant – your efforts make us proud!”

“ISSO celebrates a remarkable year with unprecedented growth and achievements,” said Mr. Jagdeep Singh, Strategic Collaboration Director, ISSO India. “We are thrilled with this milestone year, demonstrating our commitment to empowering young athletes. Our focus remains on making sports an enriching experience and a seamless process for all. ISSO’s vision for the future: Cultivating a vibrant sports ecosystem, fostering talent, and inspiring a generation of champions.”

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all our young athletes for their incredible performances and wish them continued success in future competitions. A special thank you to our PE and Accelerator Talent Development Programme teams for their unwavering dedication and for helping our learner-athletes excel in their athletic pursuits.