Tata Steel Adventure Foundation Unveils IFSC-Accredited Bouldering Wall for Upcoming Championship
Jamshedpur gears up for the Asian Kids Sport Climbing Championship 2023, featuring an IFSC-accredited bouldering wall and over 100 athletes from 11 countries.
JAMSHEDPUR – The Tata Steel Adventure Foundation (TSAF) Sport Climbing Academy is set to host the Asian Kids Sport Climbing Championship 2023 from December 8 to 10.
This event marks a significant milestone for TSAF, following their successful hosting of a similar event last year, the first of its kind in India.
Over 100 young athletes from 11 Asian countries, including strong contenders from India with a 31-member squad, are expected to participate in the championship.
The competition has expanded to include new participating nations like Nepal, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka, fostering a spirit of harmony and cooperation through sports across Asia.
A key highlight is the inauguration of an international standard bouldering wall, a first in India, measuring 36 meters in height and accredited by the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC).
This state-of-the-art facility not only enables TSAF to host major international competitions like the World Youth Championships and Cups but also enhances training opportunities for athletes.
Chanakya Chaudhary, Vice President of Corporate Services at Tata Steel, expressed pride in sponsoring the championship, emphasizing TSAF’s commitment to promoting sport climbing nationally and within their ecosystem.
The addition of the new IFSC-accredited bouldering wall to TSAF’s existing infrastructure signifies a leap forward in India’s sport climbing capabilities.
Tata Steel’s continued support in fostering sports development is evident in their dedication to regularly hosting such championships and competitions.
Following table shows country wise participation for the upcoming Asian Kids Sport Climbing Championship 2023:
| Asian Kids Country wise participation list | |
|
Country |
No of Participants |
|
Thailand |
10 |
|
South Korea |
11 |
|
Malaysia |
1 |
|
Singapore |
9 |
|
Kazakhstan |
17 |
|
Iran |
7 |
|
Indonesia |
1 |
|
Bangladesh |
2 |
|
Sri Lanka |
1 |
|
Nepal |
1 |
|
India |
31 |
|
Total |
91 |
Following table shows total number of Indian athletes selected for the Asian Kids Sport Climbing Championship 2023.
| Indian Team Athletes | |
|
Name |
Age Group |
|
Dhruv Vishrut Sathe |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Shrihan Kailas Marathe |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Shoolin Rakesh Neve |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Dhruvi Ganesh padwal |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Anahita Arora |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Mishika Yogesh Dhumal |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Amieyra Khoslla |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Idhant Sanjeev Misra |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Irawati SIddharth Tatooskar |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Veda Lalit Chaudhari |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Manisha Hansdah |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Sonakshi Mahato |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Jiza Krishna Malve |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Sita Singh Sardar |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Rajesh Honhoga |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Akash Soren |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Amar Khandelwal |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Sudarshan Murmu |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Harpreet Singh Yadav |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Savitri Samad |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Nandini Singh |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Debashish Mahato |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Sangita Tiyu |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Kavya Vishal Borlikar |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Sagar Patro |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Laxmi Tamang |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Sunil Mahato |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
|
Laxmi Soy |
Youth D (U12) – Female |
|
Suku Singh |
Youth C (U14) – Male |
|
Muskan Bandra |
Youth C (U14) – Female |
|
Rajwardhan Balasaheb Shedge |
Youth D (U12) – Male |
TSAF officials said that TSAF commitment for the sports is evident with the fact that 58% of the Indian team comprises of athletes from it’s own ecosystem.
This showcases the strong foundation of TSAF’s sport climbing facilities.
| Indian Team athletes from TSAF ECOSYSTEM | |||
|
Name |
Category |
Centre | |
|
1 |
Manisha Hansda |
Youth D Girls’ Bouldering |
Grassroot Centre – Dimna |
|
2 |
Sonakshi Mahato |
Youth D Girls’ Bouldering |
Grassroot Centre – Tumung |
|
3 |
Sita Sing Sardar |
Youth D Girls’ Speed |
Grassroot Centre – Dimna |
|
4 |
Akash Soren |
Youth D Boys’ Boulder |
MKP Centre – Tinplate |
|
5 |
Sagar Patra |
Youth D Boys’ Boulder |
Grassroot Centre – Tumung |
|
6 |
Sunil Mahato |
Youth D Boys’ Lead |
Grassroot Centre – Tumung |
|
7 |
Debasis Mahato |
Youth D Boys’ Lead |
Grassroot Centre – Tumung |
|
8 |
Harpreet Singh Yadav |
Youth C Boys Boulder |
JRD Training Centre |
|
9 |
Suku Singh |
Youth C Boys Boulder |
Grassroot Centre – Dimna |
|
10 |
Rajesh Honhaga |
Youth C Boys Boulder |
MKP Centre – Rajnagar |
|
11 |
Amar Khandwal |
Youth C Boys Boulder |
MKP Centre – Rajnagar |
|
12 |
Sudarsan Murmu |
Youth C Boys’ Lead |
Grassroot Centre – Dimna |
|
13 |
Sabitri Samad |
Youth C Girls Boulder |
MKP Centre – Pipla |
|
14 |
Nandini Singh |
Youth C Girls Boulder |
MKP Centre – Bagunhatu |
|
15 |
Muskan Bandra |
Youth C Girls Boulder |
JRD Training Centre |
|
16 |
Laxmi Soy |
Youth C Girls Boulder |
MKP Centre – Pipla |
|
17 |
Laxmy Tamang |
Youth C Girls Speed |
JRD Training Centre |
|
18 |
Sangeeta Tiu |
Youth C Girls Lead |
MKP Centre – Bagunhatu |
