Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, May 12: Sainik School Nagrota brought laurels to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir by securing the runners-up position at the prestigious IPSC Basketball Championship 2026 for Under-17 boys, held at Pestle Weed School, Dehradun.
The championship witnessed participation from 21 reputed schools from across the country, making the tournament highly competitive. Displaying remarkable teamwork, discipline and determination, the cadets of Sainik School Nagrota delivered an impressive performance throughout the event and clinched the coveted runners-up trophy.
The team registered convincing victories against several strong opponents during the tournament. Sainik School Nagrota defeated Sainik School Kunjpura by 30-15, Welham Boys School by 29-11 and Birla Public School by 43-19. In one of the most thrilling encounters of the championship, the cadets edged past MNSS Rai by a narrow margin of by 47-44.
The team also put up spirited performances against strong sides, including Mann School and host institution Pestle Weed School, earning appreciation for their fighting spirit and sportsmanship on the court. The achievement reflects the high standards of sports training and holistic development being imparted at Sainik School Nagrota. The Principal, staff and cadets congratulated the team for bringing pride to the institution and J&K.
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