ISSO National Basketball Championship 2026: Corvuss and Shri Ram School Triumph
Corvuss American Academy and The Shri Ram School triumph at the ISSO National Basketball Championship 2026 in Gurugram.
The courts of Gurugram buzzed with energy as the ISSO National Basketball Championship 2026 reached a thrilling conclusion. Hosted at The Shri Ram School, Moulsari, the event brought together 60 teams from the most prestigious international schools across India, showcasing a high level of skill, teamwork, and raw athletic talent in the Under-14 Girls and Under-19 Boys categories.
Under-19 Boys: Corvuss American Academy Takes the Crown
In a display of dominance and strategic play, Corvuss American Academy emerged as the National Champions in the Under-19 Boys division. Their impressive run throughout the tournament earned them the top spot on the podium.
The host school, The Shri Ram School, Moulsari, put up a fierce fight to finish as the runners-up, while PSG-Clifton International School secured the third position.
Individual Brilliance in the Boys' Category
- Most Valuable Player: Adith Alex (Dhirubhai Ambani International School)
- Most Promising Player: Abeer Aggarwal (The Shri Ram School, Moulsari)
Under-14 Girls: Home Court Advantage for Shri Ram School
The Under-14 Girls category saw a different story as the host, The Shri Ram School, Moulsari, leveraged their home-court advantage to clinch the championship title with an outstanding series of performances.
KC High International School finished the tournament as runners-up, and Don Bosco International School claimed the third-place trophy.
Individual Brilliance in the Girls' Category
- Most Valuable Player: Nyra Khosla (The Shri Ram School, Moulsari)
- Most Promising Player: Pragnya Kodan (KC High International School)
A Vision for Indian School Sports
The championship served as more than just a competition; it highlighted the rising popularity of basketball within India's international school circuit. Gaurav Dixit, Director of the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO), praised the athletes for their determination and energy.
“The energy and determination displayed by these young basketball players reflect the immense sporting potential within our schools. At ISSO, our vision is to ensure that every talented athlete has access to meaningful competition and a clear pathway to higher levels of sport. We are particularly encouraged by the growing participation and competitive standards in girls’ basketball,” said Gaurav Dixit.
Dixit also extended his gratitude to The Shri Ram School, Moulsari, for their support in hosting the event and aiding the development of school sports in the country.
Beyond the Court: Pathways to Global Glory
The event concluded with a felicitation ceremony honoring the winners and standout performers, emphasizing the core values of discipline, perseverance, and sportsmanship.
ISSO is continuing to expand its network of national championships to create structured pathways for young athletes. By linking grassroots competitions to the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) and the International School Sport Federation (ISF), the organization aims to propel Indian school students from local courts to national and international sporting arenas.