At Shantiniketan Sports Academy, we believe that every child holds within them the potential to grow, to excel, and to lead, not just in the classroom, but on the field, in the arena, and life. As the Director, it is both a responsibility and a privilege to ensure that this potential is nurtured with care, structure, and vision.
My own relationship with sport began early and has stayed with me through every stage of life. I had the honour of captaining both my school and college cricket teams, experiences that shaped my understanding of leadership, teamwork, and perseverance. Cricket taught me to handle pressure, to bounce back from failure, and to put the team before the self, lessons that continue to guide me today.
In addition to cricket, badminton has become an essential part of my daily life. I begin most mornings with a game of badminton. It keeps me energised, focused, and constantly reminded of the value of discipline and routine. Sports have never been a phase for me. They’ve always been a way of life. Whether it’s the strategy of cricket or the agility of badminton, each sport offers its rhythm, and I’ve always believed that staying connected to sport is one of the best ways to stay connected to oneself.
It is this personal conviction that underpins the vision of our Academy. We have built an environment where sports are not treated as optional, but essential. Structured coaching, certified trainers, and professional infrastructure come together to give every student, from the enthusiast to the aspiring athlete, a place to grow and shine.
Our focus isn’t just on medals, rankings, or records. It is the kind of people our students become through sport: resilient, focused, humble, and prepared for life’s many challenges. The lessons learned on the field often become the foundation for how we face setbacks, manage responsibilities, and strive toward our goals.
At our academy, we are committed to making sure that no child’s potential is held back by a lack of access, opportunity, or support, something I personally felt the need for when I was growing up. We want to ensure that today’s generation has everything it needs to dream big and chase those dreams with confidence.
Thank you for walking this journey with us. Together, let’s build a culture that not only celebrates achievement but honours the effort and character behind it.
Warm regards,
Dr. Abhishek Kr. Gupta
Director
Shantiniketan Sports Academy
Shanti Niketan Group of Institutions