Student Achievements

Sheikh Adnan Fayaz Taekwondo Athlete Sheikh Adnan Fayaz is a dedicated Taekwondo athlete whose sporting journey began at Alis Sports Academy in 2015. Initially introduced to Wushu, Adnan gradually developed a strong passion for Taekwondo and decided to pursue the sport seriously. Under the guidance of his coach, Fasil Sir, Adnan worked consistently to develop his skills, confidence, discipline, and competitive abilities. His journey at Alis Sports Academy provided him with more than just sporting training. The academy became a place where he learned the importance of discipline, commitment, respect, perseverance, and responsibility. Adnan’s dedication earned him opportunities to compete at state, national, and international levels. One of the defining moments of his career came in 2017, when he was selected to participate in an International Taekwondo Championship in Thailand. Competing in three fights, he won all three and secured a Gold Medal, marking one of the proudest achievements of his sporting career. Following his success in Thailand, Adnan also participated in an International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia, gaining valuable international competitive experience and further strengthening his skills as an athlete. Beyond his achievements in competition, Adnan credits Taekwondo with shaping his character and outlook on life. The discipline of sports helped him remain focused on his goals and stay away from negative influences and bad habits. Through training and competition, he learned to respect others, remain committed to his goals, accept both victory and defeat, and continuously work towards becoming a better and more responsible person. Adnan is deeply grateful to his parents for their constant support and encouragement, particularly his father, Sheikh Fayaz Ahmad, whose support played an important role in helping him continue his sporting journey and pursue his ambitions. Adnan remains thankful to Alis Sports Academy and his coach Fasil Sir for providing him with the platform, training, and guidance that shaped his development as an athlete and as an individual. For Sheikh Adnan Fayaz, Taekwondo has always been about more than medals. It has given him discipline, confidence, purpose, perseverance, and values that continue to guide him in life.

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Abida Akhter began her sporting journey in Class 6 at Higher Secondary School Aragam, participating in team games such as Kho-Kho, Handball and Kabaddi, along with athletics, particularly running events. Her early exposure to different sports gradually developed into a deep passion for sports and competition. A major turning point in her journey came when she was in Class 12. Coach Mr. Faisal Ali introduced martial arts at HSS Aragam, giving students in the area an opportunity to learn the sport. Inspired by both the competitive nature of martial arts and its importance as a form of self-defence, Abida decided to pursue it seriously as a career. She subsequently trained under the guidance of Coach Faisal Ali at Ali’s Sports Academy, Bandipora, where she developed her skills and began competing at higher levels. Over the years, Abida has built an impressive record across multiple disciplines. She is a State Gold Medalist in Taekwondo and Wushu, a National Silver Medalist in Kickboxing, and has represented Jammu and Kashmir at the national level in Kabaddi. She has also participated in the North India Taekwondo Championship, won a Bronze Medal at the Open Kashmir Taekwondo Championship, a Gold Medal at the Open Kashmir Wushu Championship, and a Silver Medal at an International Wushu Championship. Her sporting journey extends beyond martial arts. She has completed an Advanced Course in Snow Skiing and a Basic Course in Mountaineering. She is also a two-time Silver Medalist in the Wular Half Marathon. Abida's achievements have also earned her recognition for her contribution to sports. She became the first woman Tribal Awardee in Sports at the Union Territory level, marking an important milestone in her journey and highlighting her contribution to sports among young people. Professionally, Abida is presently working in the Youth Services and Sports (YSS) Department, Jammu and Kashmir, as a REK. Her experience extends beyond competing as an athlete. She has represented Jammu and Kashmir four times as a team coach and twice as a technical official at the national level. Her contribution to sports is particularly visible through the students she mentors. At the institution where she currently works, 782 students have participated at the zonal level, 241 at the district level, 31 at the UT level and 3 at the national level, with students securing different positions and medals along the way. From participating in school sports in Class 6 to becoming a state, national and international medalist, coach and technical official, Abida Akhter's journey reflects how sport can evolve from a childhood passion into a lifelong profession and a means of empowering others. Her work continues to encourage young athletes, particularly girls, to take up sports, develop confidence and pursue competitive opportunities beyond their local communities.

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