Tyndale Biscoe students win bronze at National U-19 Football Championship

Srinagar, Oct 11: Three students from Tyndale Biscoe School, Mohammad Surur, Burhan Riyan and Bares Nissar, helped Jammu and Kashmir clinch the bronze medal at the 69th SGFI National U-19 Football Championship held in Srinagar from October 6 to 10.

As per a statement issued on Saturday, the event was organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, J&K, and witnessed participation from top footballing teams across the country.

Their journey to the national podium was one marked by relentless hard work, discipline, and determination. Months of rigorous training, countless hours on the field, and an unyielding passion for the sport helped these young athletes earn their well-deserved place in the J&K squad. Competing against some of the finest footballers in India and defeating some of the finest teams, like Manipur, Maharashtra, and Punjab, the trio showcased remarkable skill, tactical intelligence, and team spirit that proved instrumental in J&K’s impressive run to the semi-finals—ultimately securing the bronze medal.

Representing both their school and their Union Territory, Surur, Burhan, and Bares displayed maturity beyond their years. Their performance not only brought laurels to J&K but also added another proud chapter to the long-standing sporting legacy of Tyndale Biscoe School, which continues to nurture excellence in academics, athletics, and character.

The principal and staff of Tyndale Biscoe School congratulated the young achievers on their outstanding success.