Sakshi Karkada of Mount Carmel Shines with double podium finish at the Karnataka State Junior Athletic Meet
Mangaluru: Sakshi Christina Karkada, a standout athlete of grade X from Mount Carmel Central School, Mangaluru, representing D.K. district, showcased an exceptional performance in the U/16 Girls category in the Karnataka State Junior & U/23 Athletic Meet 2024, organized by the Mysuru District Athletics Association and held from September 14th to 17th in Mysuru. She bagged a commendable silver medal in the Pentathlon (comprising Long jump, shot put, 60-meter race, 600-meter race, and 80-meter hurdles) and clinched a bronze medal in the 80-meter hurdles, marking a remarkable achievement in her athletic journey.
Having qualified for the South Zone Junior Athletic Championship scheduled from October 17th to 19th in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, Sakshi will represent Karnataka at the National Junior Athletic Championship in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, from October 25th to 29th.
Sakshi, the daughter of Mr Jeevan Karkada and Mrs Deepthi Karkada, is being trained by Khelo India Coach Mr Bhakshith Salian, Mangaluru.
The school management, staff, students, and parents extend their heartfelt congratulations to Sakshi Karkada for her exceptional performance and wish her greater success at the South Zone and National Championships.
