Early Times Report
JAMMU, Dec 26: In a thrilling display of athletic prowess, the Samba District Athletics Championship, organized by the Samba District Athletics Association under the aegis of J&K Amateur Athletics Association, J&K Sports Council, and J&K Olympic Association, unfolded with about 200 enthusiastic athletes from various schools and institutions in Samba district. The championship featured competitions in U-14, U-16, U-18, U-20, and Open categories for both boys and girls. The event took place under the watchful eyes of sports enthusiasts and supporters.
The valedictory function was graced by Sh. Gurucharan Singh, Senior Athletics Coach of J&K Sports Council, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Ajay Charak, a distinguished lecturer, was the Guest of Honour, and both dignitaries awarded the deserving winners with certificates.
The position holders, emerging victorious in their respective categories, have earned the coveted opportunity to participate in the National Inter-District Junior Athletics Meet (NIDJAM) scheduled to take place in Gujarat in February 2024. The selected age groups for this prestigious event are under-14 and under-16 for both boys and girls.
Results of the Championship:
Under 14 Boys:
60m: 1st - Divyansh Singh, 2nd - Roshan Lal, 3rd - Rudra Pratap
600M: 1st - Shantu Sharma, 2nd - Rudra Pratap Singh, 3rd - Himank Anmol
Long Jump: 1st - Rudra Pratap, 2nd - Himank, 3rd - Divyansh
Kids Javelin: 1st - Rudhar Pratap S/o Rajinder Singh, 2nd - Medhansh Choudhary
Under 14 Girls:
60M: 1st - Raksha Sharma, 2nd - Namra Malik, 3rd - Shivani Devi
600M: 1st - Ishani Sharma
Long Jump: 1st - Shivani Devi, 2nd - Raksha Sharma, 3rd - Vaibhavi Sharma
Kids Javelin: 1st - Namra Malik, 2nd - Vaibhavi Sharma, 3rd - Parul Sharma
Under 16 Boys:
60M: 1st - Neelkamal, 2nd - Mukund Katal, 3rd - Kanhenya Lal
600M: 1st - Gautam Singh, 2nd - Hardeep Singh, 3rd - Mohd Kamran
Javelin Throw: 1st - Jatin Charak, 2nd - Himanshu
Shotput: 1st - Krishna Padha, 2nd - Anush Khanotra, 3rd - Haroon Abbas
Long Jump: 1st - Amit Jhony, 2nd - Hardeep Singh, 3rd - Jatin Singh
Under 16 Girls:
60M: 1st - Jhanvi Sharma, 2nd - Sanchi, 3rd - Kamini
600M: 1st - Riya Sharma D/o Naresh Kumar
Javelin Throw: 1st - Niharika Gupta, 2nd - Muskan Vaid
Shotput: 1st - Ridhima, 2nd - Liza, 3rd - Vaishnavi
Long Jump: 1st - Sanchi, 2nd - Kamini, 3rd - Muskaan
The Samba District Athletics Championship not only showcased the athletic talent of the participants but also served as a stepping stone for those who will represent the district at the national level in the upcoming NIDJAM. Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their outstanding performances! |
