IFSC Asian Youth Sport Climbing Championship Returns to Jamshedpur

Elite Sport Climbing Event to Feature 184 Athletes from 13 Nations at TSAF Academy

Key Points:

• Jamshedpur hosts Asia’s largest youth sport climbing event from Nov 14-17

• 184 athletes from 13 countries to compete across three disciplines

• TSAF facility showcases world-class infrastructure for international competition

JAMSHEDPUR – The city’s premier climbing facility gears up to welcome nearly 200 young athletes for a prestigious continental championship showcasing the region’s growing sports infrastructure.

The four-day competition will feature participants competing across Lead, Speed, and Boulder disciplines in three age categories: U16, U18, and U20.

"This event marks a defining moment for sport climbing in Eastern India," remarked Rajesh Kumar, Technical Director at TSAF. "Our world-class facilities and previous hosting experience put us in a unique position to nurture future Olympians."

Participating Nations and Athletes:

Competition Highlights:

• Three core disciplines: Lead, Speed, Boulder

• Gender categories: Male and Female

• Age divisions: Youth B (U16), Youth A (U18), Junior (U20)

The championship’s schedule includes:

1. Registration and Technical Meeting (Nov 13)

2. Boulder Qualifications and Finals (Nov 14-15)

3. Lead Competition (Nov 15-16)

4. Speed Events (Nov 16-17)

Notably, 13 athletes from TSAF’s climbing ecosystem will represent India, with five emerging from various Masti ki Paathsaala centers.

Historical Impact on Regional Sports

The event builds upon TSAF’s successful track record of hosting international competitions, including the Asian Kids Sport Climbing Championships in 2022 and 2023.

TSAF’s Commitment to Excellence

The foundation’s state-of-the-art facility, supported by Tata Steel Foundation and JCAPCPL, continues to uphold the legacy of Bachendri Pal, India’s first female Everest summiteer.