Darjeeling Sports Academy

Historic Achievement for the Darjeeling Hills – A Moment of Pride

In a landmark moment that will be remembered in the sporting history of the Darjeeling hills, Manish Chettri, a renowned badminton player and dedicated coach from the region, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by becoming the only individual from Darjeeling to qualify for the prestigious Coach Development Programme conducted by the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

This remarkable accomplishment is not just a personal success but a lifetime achievement that brings immense pride to the entire Darjeeling Gorkha community. It reflects years of relentless dedication, discipline, and passion towards the development of badminton in the hills—often overcoming infrastructural and resource limitations.

The Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Badminton Association has played a crucial and commendable role in this historic journey. Their vision, support, and timely nomination of Manish Chettri to the State Association paved the way for this prestigious opportunity. This highlights the Association’s commitment towards nurturing talent and promoting sports excellence in the region.
Manish Chettri’s selection stands as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring athletes and coaches across the hills, proving that with determination and the right support system, national-level recognition is achievable even from remote regions.

This achievement is not just an individual milestone—it is a collective victory for Darjeeling, marking the beginning of a new era in sports development, especially in badminton. It reinforces the belief that the hills possess immense untapped potential, waiting to shine on national and international platforms.
Indeed, this is a historic and proud moment for the entire Darjeeling hills—a legacy in the making.

Heartfelt Birthday Greetings to Honorable Chief Minister Sir
On your birthday, the entire Darjeeling Sports Academy family comes together with deep respect and affection to wish you good health, happiness, and a long life of purposeful leadership.
Your unconditional love, encouragement, and constant support towards Darjeeling Sports Academy are not just acts of governance but gestures of compassion that have touched countless young hearts. For our athletes, your belief has become strength; for our Academy, your support has become hope and direction.
Because of your vision and care, many young dreams in the hills now find courage to grow, train, and aspire for excellence. We remain forever thankful and deeply grateful for the trust, motivation, and inspiration you continue to extend to us.
On this special day, we pray for your continued good health and strength to keep guiding and uplifting generations to come. The Darjeeling Sports Academy family will always stand with you in gratitude, respect, and unwavering support.
With heartfelt regards and reverence,
Darjeeling Sports Academy Family

Winter is not a break, it’s a preparation. Hard work, commitment, and consistent training at our Winter Badminton Coaching Camp 🏆🏸

We are proud to inform you that Master Sangeal Tamang @101.sang and Miss Anushka Tamang .ushka_t distinguished trainees of the Darjeeling Sports Academy and dedicated students of the St. Joseph College Darjeeling have been selected to represent North Bengal University at the prestigious East Zone Inter-University Badminton Championship 2025 in Odisha.

Another proud moment for our academy! 🏸✨

We never return empty-handed… 🏸❤️ Every tournament teaches us something — about effort, unity, and heart. This time was no different. Our players once again made us proud!

🥈 Anindita Rai – Under-11 Girls Singles Runners-up
🏆 Wangden Tamang – Player of the Tournament

But beyond the medals and titles, what truly makes us proud is the spirit our children carry — the love, trust, and faith they have in the academy, and in each other. 💫

Every match they play, every point they fight for, reflects the countless hours of practice, laughter, and togetherness we share as one big family.

It’s this bond that makes us strong… and that’s why, no matter where we go, we never return empty-handed. 🌟

So proud of our champions — not just for their wins, but for the heart they put into every game. ❤️

It is with immense grief that we share the devastating news of the passing of our beloved student, Viyan Chettri, student of St.Robert’s School, Class 6. Words fall short to express the pain of losing such a young, bright, and kind soul.

Viyan’s absence has left a void that can never be filled. In this unbearable moment of loss, we extend our deepest strength, and prayers to his family.

May his innocent soul find eternal peace, and may God give his loved ones the courage to bear this irreparable loss. 🙏🏻

Proud Achievement for Darjeeling Sports Academy!

We’re thrilled to announce that Miss Rai — a shining star of Darjeeling Sports Academy — has proudly brought home the 🏆 Champion’s Title in Under-11 Girls’ Singles, defeating the Sikkim State Champion, Miss Surabhi Gurung, in a thrilling match!

This remarkable victory took place at the 1st Soreng Open Badminton Championship 2025, organised by Soreng Badminton Association, held at the Indoor Stadium, Jautar, Soreng District, Sikkim, from 13th to 15th April 2025.

👏 A big shoutout to our team of 15 talented players who represented Darjeeling Sports Academy across various categories, displaying exceptional skill, discipline, and sportsmanship.

We express our sincere gratitude to Shri Jacob Khaling Sir, Political Advisor to the Honourable Chief Minister of Sikkim, for his generous 💰 financial assistance, which enabled our participation in this prestigious tournament.

This win reflects the spirit of hard work, perseverance, and the rising potential of our young athletes from the hills!

🏆 9th JORTHANG OPEN BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIP 2025
– Under 17 Category 🏆

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding performances in the Under 17 category. A huge round of applause to all the participants who gave their best and made us proud!

Under 17 Girls Singles:

- - Runners-up: Miss Prashansha Gurung – A truly commendable performance. You played with heart and spirit, and we’re proud of your fantastic effort!

A big congratulations to these talented young athletes for their exceptional achievements! Each one of you has brought immense pride to the DSA family. We also want to thank all the parents, and supporters for their unwavering encouragement and trust.

Let’s continue to work hard, overcome challenges, and strive for greater success together! The future is bright for our DSA family. 🌟

🏆 Highlights from the 3rd DGHBA District Ranking Championship! 🏆

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible talent and hard work of our young champions! Their dedication and passion have truly shone through in this prestigious tournament. 🌟

🥇 Champions

1. Anindita Rai - (U-11 Girls)
2. Wangden Tamang - (U-11 Boys)
3. Anushka Tamang .ushka_t - (U-19 Girls)

🥈 Runners-Up

4. Srineeti Chhetri - (U-9 Girls)
5. Anindita Rai - (U-13 Girls)
6. Kavyaanjali Pradhan - (U-17 Girls)
7. Kavyaanjali Pradhan - (U-19 Girls)
8. Mingma Tshering Lepcha - (U-19 Boys)

🥉 Bronze Medalists

9. Riona Gurung - (U-15 & U-13 Girls)
10. Nimu Dolma Tamang - (U-13 Girls)
11. Prashansha Gurung - (U-17 & U-19 Girls)
12. Akriti Tamang .akri3ii - (U-19 Girls)
13. Wangden Tamang - (U-13 Boys)
14. Sangeal Tamang .sang - (U-19 Boys)
15. Navya Rai - (U-17 Boys)
16. Nirvan Deep Pradhan - (U-11 Boys)

Each of you has made us immensely proud! 🏅 Your hard work and sportsmanship are an inspiration to all. Let’s continue to cheer on these stars as they pave the way for future success! 🌠

🏸 Congratulations Miss Priyanka Chettri .___ ! 🎉

Darjeeling Sports Academy is thrilled to announce that Miss Priyanka Chettri .___ , a dedicated 3rd Year student from St. Joseph’s College, will represent the University in the prestigious East Zone Inter University Badminton Tournament! 🎯

🏟️ Tournament Details:

• Event: East Zone Inter University Badminton Tournament
• Venue: Sambalpur University, Bhubaneswar
• Dates: 22nd October - 25th October 2024

This is an incredible achievement, and we wish her the best as she showcases her talent among the top players from universities across the eastern region. Let’s cheer her on! 👏