Solan: Twelve teams have secured their spots in the semi-finals following the fourth day of the CBSE National Boys’ Volleyball Championship in Sanwara. Hosted by Kasauli International Public School, the five-day tournament features 60 Indian squads and 10 international delegations competing for the national title.
The Under-19 quarter-finals saw D. N. Chopta School defeat Lakshmi Public School from Delhi. Vidya World School, Jaipur’s Fellowship Mission School, and Dr. A. I. Memorial School from Varanasi also won their respective matches to advance to the next round.
In the Under-17 division, St. Stephens School of Jharkhand, Rajasthan’s Sanjeevani International Public School, Delhi’s Lakshmi Public School, and Shah Satnam Ji Sirsa School claimed victories to book their semi-final places.
The Under-14 category quarter-finals concluded with wins for Kadam Public School, Velammal Vidyalaya, D. N. Chopta School, and Heel School from Eluru. Former CBSE Joint Director Pushkar Vohra and technical representative Abhishek Upadhyay are continuing to oversee the matches to ensure tournament standards are met.
School leadership praised the sporting spirit on display. Chief Executive Officer Dr. Sanjeev Mainra noted that such competitions are vital for building teamwork and discipline among young athletes. Managing Director Hira Thakur highlighted the high energy of the players competing in the clear environment of Himachal Pradesh, while Principal Poonam Thakur congratulated the advancing squads and thanked the departing teams for their participation. The championship will conclude on November 3 with the semi-finals, final matches, and the official closing ceremony.
