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Class IX footballer secures 1st position at district tournament
It was a proud sporting achievement for Apeejay School, Rama Mandi, as its student struck gold
It was a proud sporting achievement for Apeejay School, Rama Mandi, as its student struck gold
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A Class IX student of Apeejay School, Rama Mandi, Jalandhar, Gurshaan Singh Kooner, has secured first position and a gold medal at the School District Football Tournament. The competition was held at Doaba Khalsa School, Jalandhar.
His achievement followed his participation in the Zonal Football Tournament 2026. Competing in Zone 1, Gurshaan performed well and earned selection for the district-level tournament. This gave him the opportunity to represent his school at the next stage of the competition.
Success at the district level
At the School District Football Tournament, he continued his strong performance on the field. He secured first position and returned with a gold medal. The result marked an important milestone in his sporting journey and brought recognition to his school.
Moving from the zonal tournament to the district competition required him to compete at a higher level. His success reflects the hard work that went into preparing for the tournament. It also highlights his commitment to football and his determination to perform well when presented with an opportunity.
An inspiration for fellow students
Achievements in sports encourage students to recognise the importance of regular practice, discipline and perseverance. Gurshaan’s journey from participating in the zonal tournament to winning gold at the district level offers a meaningful example to other young sportspersons.
It shows how consistent effort can help a student progress through different stages of competition. Such experiences also encourage children to participate in sporting activities and work steadily towards their goals.
The Apeejay School congratulates Gurshaan on his achievement. His first-place finish and gold medal have made the school proud. The school also wished him success in his future sporting pursuits as he continues to build on this accomplishment.
Shalini is an Executive Editor with Apeejay Newsroom. With a PG Diploma in Business Management and Industrial Administration and an MA in Mass Communication, she was a former Associate Editor with News9live. She has worked on varied topics - from news-based to feature articles.