ISSO National Archery Championship 2026-27 Concludes with Young Talent on Display

Successful Conclusion of the ISSO National Archery Championship

The 8th ISSO National Archery Championship for the year 2026-27 wrapped up successfully on October 25, 2026, at the Vijayi Bharat Sports Academy in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This event was organized by the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) in partnership with Adani International School.

Over the course of two days, the championship attracted participants from 56 schools nationwide, showcasing the skills of young archers in various categories: Under-14, Under-17, and Under-19 for both boys and girls.

Competitions were held in three disciplines: Indian Round, Recurve Round, and Compound Round, allowing student-athletes to exhibit their technical prowess, focus, and competitive spirit. This event underscored the increasing enthusiasm for archery among school students and highlighted the significance of structured sporting events in fostering new talent.

International archer Tamnna Deshwal, a Youth World Championship gold medalist, attended as the chief guest. Deshwal, who also secured a bronze medal at the Asian University Championship in Taiwan in 2024, motivated the young archers to pursue their passion for the sport with commitment and perseverance.

“It’s inspiring to witness so many young archers competing at a national level, demonstrating their talent and determination. Events like this are crucial for building confidence, discipline, and focus in young athletes. I urge all participants to continue learning and stay dedicated to their goals,” stated Tamnna Deshwal, as reported by a press release.

The championship recognized outstanding performances across 18 categories within the three archery disciplines. In the Indian Round, Aditya Nimmagadda from The Shri Ram Academy and Nani Betsy M from Wisdom Wealth International School clinched the Under-14 boys’ and girls’ titles, respectively. Niyan Porwal from Indus Altum International School took home the Under-17 boys’ title, while Aadhya Shreekant Totagi from Indus Altum International School, Belagavi, won the Under-17 girls’ category. Veer Shitalkumar Kadam from Sanjay Ghodawat International School emerged victorious in the Under-19 boys’ category, and Haria Bhakti Grinij from 21K School topped the Under-19 girls’ category.

In the Recurve Round, P. Tarun Praneeth from Ela Green School and Tiya Venkatesh from JS Global School won the Under-14 boys’ and girls’ titles, respectively. Ashutosh Arun Patil from Sanjay Ghodawat International School claimed the Under-17 boys’ title, while Daniella J from Aachi Global School secured the Under-17 girls’ title. Arnav Abhijeet Nilkanth from Sanjay Ghodawat International School was crowned Under-19 boys’ champion, with Meesala Rigdha from CHIREC International School winning the Under-19 girls’ category.

In the Compound Round, Kowshik Veeran M K from K’sirs International School and Nandavaram Lashirah from Abode School won the Under-14 boys’ and girls’ titles, respectively. Vihaan Shah from Jankidevi Public School secured the Under-17 boys’ gold, while Manasvi Morde from MET Rishikul Vidyalaya won the Under-17 girls’ category. Nikhil Raj Sakthivel from Vishwashanti Gurukul World School claimed the Under-19 boys’ title, and Charvi Chawak from MET Rishikul Vidyalaya emerged as the Under-19 girls’ champion.

Aakanksha Thapak, Director of ISSO, commented on the event, stating, “Our commitment at ISSO is to provide structured competitive platforms that enable young athletes to discover and hone their potential. The participation of 56 schools is a testament to the growing interest in archery and the need to nurture sporting talent from a young age. We appreciate our partners for their support in making this championship a success.”

ISSO expressed its gratitude to Adani International School for its collaboration and to Vijayi Bharat Sports Academy for providing the necessary facilities for the competition. The event concluded with a medal ceremony honoring the winners, who received medals, merit certificates, and trophies across various age groups and disciplines.

Through its national championships in multiple sports, ISSO continues to create competitive opportunities for school students, promoting participation, excellence in sports, and the development of young athletes. The organization aims to help students gain valuable competitive experience while paving the way for higher levels of school sports.