A team of 13 athletes from Atmiya Vidya Mandir recently competed in the U-14, U-17 & U-19 CBSE Cluster Athletics Meet 2024-25, Gujarat. Three earned silver medals: Bhoolku Ronitbhai (U-14) in the 800m race, Bhoolku Aatmanbhai (U-19) in the 1500m race, and Bhoolku Yugbhai (U-19) in javelin throw, securing them spots in the CBSE National Athletics Meet (2024-25) in Varanasi, a first for AVM in over a decade.

The athletes began their journey on October 4^th, reaching Sant Atulanand Convent School after a 25-hour train ride. The grand opening ceremony celebrated India’s cultural diversity, and AVM’s athletes proudly joined the march past, carrying their school flag.

The events commenced on October 6^th. Aatmanbhai competed in the U-19 1500m, while Yugbhai participated in the U-19 Javelin Throw, both giving their best amidst very tough competition. On October 11^th, Ronitbhai represented AVM in the U-14 800m race, finishing just outside medal positions. The team returned home on October 13^th, enriched by the experience.

Though they didn’t bring home medals, the athletes’ reflections spoke volumes: “We learned the importance of humility, resilience, and growth. There’s always someone stronger, and success requires continuous effort and adaptation.”

Written by: Yug Bhakta (Grade 12) and Aatman Patel (Grade 11)