Mangaluru: The Mangalore Roller Skating Club has brought laurels to the city by winning five gold medals at the CBSE South Zone Speed Skating Championship held at Palakkad, Kerala, from 22 to 24 August 2025.

The event, hosted by Vyasa Vidya Peethom School, saw participation from more than 800 skaters representing Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, and Karnataka.

Medal winners and performance highlights

Among the top performers, Yuvaraj D Kundar stood out with two gold medals, while Tasmayi Shetty, Krithi S Aithal and Shresta P Shenoy bagged one gold medal each.

This impressive tally has secured all four skaters a place in the upcoming CBSE National Skating Championship, scheduled to be held in New Delhi in October.

Training and support

The athletes attributed their success to rigorous training under the guidance of coaches Mahesh Kumar and Shravan, who have been instrumental in shaping the club’s young talent.

The medal winners also represented their respective schools with pride:

  • Yuvaraj D Kundar – St Aloysius Gonzaga School, Mangaluru

  • Tasmayi Shetty – Sharada Vidyalaya, Mangaluru

  • Krithi S Aithal – St Agnes School, Mangaluru

  • Shresta P Shenoy – Podar School, Mangaluru

    • Growing popularity of roller skating in Mangaluru

    The achievement highlights the growing prominence of roller skating as a competitive sport in Mangaluru. Local clubs and schools have been increasingly investing in facilities and training programmes to nurture young skaters who can compete at the national level.

    Conclusion

    With five gold medals at the South Zone championship and qualification for the nationals, the Mangalore Roller Skating Club has once again underscored the city’s potential as a hub for emerging sports talent. Parents, schools, and sports enthusiasts have hailed the performance, expressing confidence that the skaters will shine at the national event in October.