Making Headlines: Our Athletes in the News
Nothing makes me prouder than seeing my athletes' hard work recognized. These features capture the championships and record-breaking performances that have made the papers.
The Free Press Journal highlighting Saroj Shetty and Kaushik Kamat as the fastest woman and man at the 46th YMCA State-Level Athletic Meet.
A newspaper article in Marathi celebrating Jason Castelino's victory in the 100m race at the national school games. It's wonderful to see his success being shared.
An article from the Times of India mentioning the victories of my athletes Kaushik Kamat and Saroj Shetty at the YMCA State-level Athletic Meet.
A snippet from a newspaper article recognizing Kaushik Kamat of Pro Athletes Academy as one of the fastest athletes at the meet.
The Free Press Journal reporting on Jason Castelino's late charge to claim the boys' under-18 100 metres gold.
A news clipping mentioning Daphne Johnson of Pro Athletes Academy winning the girls' under-18 100 metres gold.
The Free Press Journal highlighting Thanish Gaddam's rewarding day, where he won the boys' under-16 300 metres gold medal.
An online article featuring Gagan Amin's impressive performance, where he created a new meet record in the men's 800m race at the Bombay YMCA meet.
About Making Headlines: Media Recognition
Seeing names like Kaushik, Jason, and Saroj in the Free Press Journal or Times of India is more than just a media mention—it is validation of our process. It proves that our technical drills, consistent gym conditioning, and the decision to train rain or shine actually works. If you are reading this, know that the early morning sessions and the grit we put in on the track at places like Mumbai University Ground eventually lead to these moments.
At Pro Athletes Academy, we do not believe in shortcuts. These newspaper features are snapshots of a longer journey that happens away from the cameras. When an athlete breaks a record at the YMCA State-level Athletic Meet, it is the result of months spent refining their gait, perfecting relay exchanges, and building explosive power through plyometrics.
Why Media Recognition Matters
It is not just about the fame. For me, these articles serve as a benchmark. They show our new students exactly what is possible when you commit to the program. Whether it is a gold medal in the 100m sprint or a new meet record in the 800m, these wins show that our methodology works for everyone—from U/14 juniors to competitive senior athletes.
Training That Delivers Results
We conduct our training across key locations in the Mumbai Metropolitan Area, including Priyadarshini Park and the Sports Authority of India in Kandivali East. We focus on:
- Event Specialization: Tailored coaching for sprints, middle distance, and jumps.
- Technical Refinement: Using video analysis to correct form.
- Competitive Strategy: Helping athletes perform under pressure at district and state championships.
If you are ready to put in the work and join a team that feels like family, come find us on the track. We are always looking for dedicated athletes who are ready to make their own headlines.
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