IIM Visakhapatnam Shines at Inter-IIM Sports Tournament
196 athletes from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Visakhapatnam took part in the much-anticipated Inter-IIM Sports Tournament, hosted by IIM Bangalore from November 15th. The event brought together teams from several top IIMs, including IIM Bangalore, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Tiruchirappalli, IIM Shillong, and IIM Nagpur, who competed in 27 sports disciplines over three days.
IIM Visakhapatnam emerged with an impressive 12 medals- the players scored gold medals in Table Tennis (Women) and Futsal, silver medals in Cricket, Carrom, Throwball, Frisbee, Pool (Men), and Pool (Women), and bronze medals in Volleyball (Women), Table Tennis (Men), Squash (Mixed), and Football (Men). The teams’ efforts culminated in securing 4th place overall among the participating institutions.
The team’s success reflects the growing strength of IIM Visakhapatnam’s sporting culture. Speaking about the event, a spokesperson from IIM Visakhapatnam said, “We are extremely proud of our athletes, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and determination. This year’s results highlight the progress we’ve made in sports and reaffirm our commitment to excellence both on and off the field.” The medal tally highlights IIM Visakhapatnam's commitment to excellence, not only in academics but also in fostering a strong sports culture in the country.