Morocco, 10 November (H.S.): The Indian contingent represented by the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 ISF World School Golf Championship in Morocco, with young golfer Devvrat securing a bronze medal in the Under-15 category. The Indian team also finished fifth in the overall team competition. The championship brought together participants from 19 countries.

Held from November 2 to 8 in Taghazout–Agadir, the championship saw six Indian student-golfers compete against young players from across the world. The event provided participants with an international platform to demonstrate their talent and compete at a global level.

Devvrat’s bronze-medal performance was particularly noteworthy given the challenging weather conditions. Strong winds and persistent rainfall made the competition difficult, testing the players’ technical abilities, concentration and temperament. Despite these conditions, Devvrat displayed remarkable composure and determination, delivering an outstanding three-under-par performance on the front nine to secure his place on the podium.

India’s fifth-place finish in the team event was another significant achievement. The six-member Indian contingent gained valuable experience by competing against school teams from around the world, an exposure expected to contribute to the players’ development.

Expressing her satisfaction with the team’s performance, Aakanksha Thapak, Director of the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO), said, “Devvrat’s bronze medal is a proud moment for ISSO and Indian school sport. At ISSO, we are committed to providing young athletes with international exposure and opportunities to compete against the best. These experiences help them build confidence, develop their skills and prepare for bigger challenges ahead. Congratulations to the entire Indian contingent on their performance.”

The championship provided another important opportunity for ISSO to facilitate international sporting exposure for school-level athletes. It enabled young golfers to experience global competition, develop sporting friendships with participants from other countries and strengthen the skills and confidence needed to excel in their respective disciplines.

About ISSO

The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) is a sports governing body dedicated to providing structured competitive platforms and promoting sporting excellence among students of international schools in India. Through its national championships and opportunities to participate in international competitions, ISSO seeks to nurture young sporting talent, encourage healthy competition and create pathways for students to develop their abilities and represent their schools and country at prestigious sporting events.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar