YOUNG CHAMPIONS

VEER GURBAXANI

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The Kalyani School, Pune

Sport: Football

Coaches: Ryan Godinho (La Liga), Nishant Mavllingkar (FC Panenka and The Kalyani School football team - 2018 onwards till date), Mahesh Jagtap (4 Lions / Rising Pune FC - 2022 onwards), Ajay Chorge (Rising Pune FC -2024 onwards); Currently coaching under Nanu Sir Mumbai City FC

Inspirations/Icons

My coach Nishant Mavlingkar is my inspiration who taught me to believe in myself and my capabilities. My icon is my mother, Jaya Gurbaxani. Without her support, I would never have reached this level.

Goals

To play football for my country, to be able to play India league, and to make a career out of football is my passion.

Achievements/Awards

Indus cup (U-15runners up)

Aprils cup (U-15 - runners up)

Awarded best sports person (football)

YLFA football cup (best player)

Hotfut youth league winners

Runners up in flames tournament

From the Principal:

Veer Gurbaxani is a dedicated student of TKS. Known for his discipline and unwavering focus on football, Veer has shown exceptional talent and commitment, earning him this well-deserved opportunity to showcase his skills at a professional level. He is a well-behaved student.

— Mrs Nirmal Waddan

SWAKSH KESARI SINGH

The Shri Ram Universal School, Hyderabad

Sport: Taekwondo Swaksh Kesari Singh is an exceptionally talented young taekwondo athlete who has quickly emerged as a rising star in the sport. His passion, hard work, and dedication have already earned him impressive victories, with his eyes set on representing India on the global stage

Inspiration