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The Department of Physical Education at Jesus and Mary College has been dedicated to fostering a strong sporting culture since its inception. Many distinguished national and international athletes count JMC as their alma mater, having brought laurels to the country. The college’s commitment to excellence is further reflected in its consistent achievement of the Delhi University Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Trophy in Sports for the past 25 years, underscoring the strength of its sporting infrastructure.
JMC offers a diverse sports curriculum encompassing 25 different disciplines, ensuring that every sports enthusiast finds ample opportunities to pursue their passion. The establishment of the Department of Physical Education further enhanced the field, providing structured support for student-athletes. A significant milestone in this regard has been the introduction of Physical Education as a Generic Elective in the newly revised syllabi for Honours courses. This integration allows students to explore various dimensions of sports within their academic curriculum. The course covers essential topics such as Yoga and Stress Management, Fitness, Wellness and Nutrition, Health Education, Anatomy and Physiology, and Athletic Care and First Aid, among others.
What sets the department apart is its commitment to helping students balance academic excellence with sporting success. Faculty members actively support and guide student-athletes, ensuring they receive institutional backing to excel in both areas. Additionally, the department organizes workshops, seminars, and interactive activities to promote awareness and encourage participation in sports across the JMC community.
| Archery | Athletics | Badminton | Basketball | Boxing | Chess |
| Cricket | Football | Gymnastics | Handball | Hockey | Judo |
| Kabaddi | Kho-Kho | Netball | Shooting | Softball | Squash |
| Swimming | Table Tennis | Taekwondo | Tennis | Volleyball | Weightlifting |
| Wrestling |
A third-year B.A. Programme (Psychology and Sociology) student won a bronze medal in the 63-66 kg weight category at the 2024 Boxing Inter-College Championship, demonstrating her dedication and prowess in the sport.
A third-year B.A. Programme student secured 4th place in the 18-24 years female category at the Ironman 70.3, also known as the Half Ironman. This prestigious long-distance triathlon, organized by the World Triathlon Corporation, tests athletes in swimming, cycling, and running. Her achievement is a testament to her exceptional endurance, determination, and dedication to the sport.
A rising star in the 3x3 basketball circuit, she showcased her talent at the 2024 Senior Nationals in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. Now competing at the 2025 Senior National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, she continues her pursuit of national recognition, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.
A third-year B.A. Programme student secured a bronze medal in the 52-54 kg weight category at the 2024 Boxing Inter-College Championship, demonstrating her exceptional talent and unwavering determination in the sport.
A first-year B.A. Programme (Physical Education and History) student has earned the prestigious opportunity to represent the Delhi Senior and Under-23 cricket teams in the T20 format. Her selection is a testament to her outstanding talent, hard work, and dedication to the sport.
A first-year B.A. Programme (Physical Education and Sociology) student secured the a medal in the 57-60 kg weight category at the 2024 Boxing Inter-College Championship, demonstrating her exceptional skill and determination in the sport.
She proudly secured a silver medal in the Senior Female U53kg weight category at the prestigious China Open Championship, held in Shaoxing, China, from November 23-27, showcasing her outstanding skill and dedication on the international stage.
A second-year B.A. Programme (Economics and Entrepreneurship) student secured a silver medal in tennis at the North Zone University Games, highlighting her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.
A first-year B.Com (Hons) student has achieved a remarkable milestone by being selected to represent the Meghalaya Senior and U-23 cricket teams in the T20 format. Her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport have earned her this prestigious opportunity.
A standout athlete with an impressive record, she clinched a gold medal at the Inter- College competition, secured a silver at the Inter-University Games, and proudly represented at the prestigious All India University Games, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication.
She demonstrated exceptional cricketing talent by representing Odisha in the U-19 Women’s BCCI T20 and One Day Tournament (2023-24). Building on this achievement, she further showcased her skills by competing for Odisha in the U-23 Women’s BCCI T20 Tournament (2024-25), marking her steady rise in the sport.
She emerged as a standout performer in the DDCA U-23 T20 Tournament (2024- 25), playing a pivotal role in her team's victory. With an impressive tally of 18 wickets in 8 matches, including a remarkable 4-wicket haul in the final, she secured her place as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker.
A second-year B.A. Programme student achieved remarkable success by securing a silver medal in the 400 meters at the National Junior Athletics Championship 2024, demonstrating his exceptional talent, speed, and determination.
As the captain of the Women's Under-23 T20 team and a key player in the Women's Senior T20 Trophy, Shivi Sharma has demonstrated outstanding leadership and talent. Under her captaincy, the Women's Under-23 team clinched the championship this year, making a significant impact in BCCI's domestic circuit.
A second-year B.A. (Hons) Psychology student secured a bronze medal in the 2024 Boxing Inter-College Championship, showcasing remarkable strength, skill, and perseverance in the sport.
A second-year B.A. (Hons) Psychology student clinched a gold medal in the Delhi University selection trials for fencing (epee), demonstrating exceptional skill, precision, and determination in the sport.
A third-year B.A. Programme (Physical Education and Sociology) student has achieved a remarkable milestone by being selected to represent the Delhi Under-23 cricket team in the T20 format, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.
She achieved outstanding success at the 2024 Asia Open Pickleball Championship in Vietnam, securing a gold medal in the team event. Demonstrating her versatility, she went on to excel at the 2024 Asia Pickleball Games in Taiwan, winning a silver medal in singles and a bronze medal in doubles.
She earned a prestigious selection for the Delhi U-19 cricket team in the T20 format. Showcasing her exceptional batting skills, she also made a remarkable impact as the second-highest run scorer in the league stage of the All India U-19 Cricket One Day Trophy.
She has consistently excelled in athletics, securing second place in both the 2024 Inter-College Discus Throw and the Delhi State Athletics Meet. Her dedication and skill were further highlighted with a commendable third-place finish in the 2023 Inter- College competition, reinforcing her prowess in the sport.
She achieved remarkable success at the Inter-Delhi University Swimming Championship, winning a silver and a bronze medal. Her exceptional performance earned her a prestigious selection to compete at the National Games 2025, to be held in Haldwani, Uttarakhand.
She represented India at the prestigious Asian Netball Championship 2024 and the Youth Asian Championship 2023, showcasing her exceptional talent on the international stage. Adding to her achievements, she brought pride to Delhi by securing a bronze medal at the National Games held in Goa.
She has dominated the BCCI Women’s Under-19 circuit, winning the One-Day Trophy for four consecutive years and the T20 Trophy for three consecutive years. As the captain of the Jharkhand Under-19 Women's Team, she demonstrated exceptional leadership and was selected for the NCA Under-19 High Performance Camp (2022-2023). In 2024, she led India A to a triumphant victory in the BCCI Women’s Under-19 Challenges Trophy, further solidifying her reputation as a rising star in Indian cricket.
A third-year B.A. (Hons) Political Science student achieved a remarkable feat by securing third place at the prestigious All India Inter-University Netball Championship, showcasing exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.
A skilled swimmer and Khelo India bronze medalist, she has proudly represented Delhi in various prestigious competitions. She has competed in the Senior and Junior Nationals, as well as the 66th National Games, earning recognition as Delhi’s best swimmer and her college’s top performer in the sport. As she continues her journey, she is now preparing to compete in the 67th National Games.
A third-year B.Com (Hons) student secured a bronze medal in Taekwondo (62 kg) at the Inter-College Competition, demonstrating her exceptional skill, strength, and determination in the sport.
A third-year B.El.Ed student secured a bronze medal in the 57 kg weight category at the Delhi University Inter-College Judo Championship, demonstrating her strength, technique, and dedication to the sport.
A second-year B.A. (Hons) Political Science student showcased her exceptional talent by securing a silver medal in the 70-75 kg weight category at the 2024 Boxing Inter-College Championship, demonstrating her skill and determination in the sport.
She showcased her exceptional talent and determination in the pool by earning a silver and a bronze medal at the Delhi University Inter-College Swimming Competition.
They emerged victorious at the annual sports fest at Shiv Nadar University, displaying exceptional talent and teamwork. With a hard-fought 1-0 win over Amity University in the finals, they claimed the coveted first position, marking a significant milestone in their sporting journey.
The team displayed outstanding skill and teamwork, securing 1st place in the SPLASH Tournament and 3rd place in the YMCA Tournament, reinforcing their competitive spirit and dedication to the sport.
Played for India’s Tour of South Africa; Played and Captained India Red U19; Awarded Best Batswoman U23 Delhi 2019 by DDCA; Attended Two India U19 camps; Played Senior Women Ranji Trophy for 4 Years
Played Football for Delhi Women's League representing Hans Women’s FC. The winning goal wasscored by her which led the Team to lift the Cup; Attended Senior Indian Women's National Team Camp in Goa; Won Gold at the Indian Women’s League Gokulam Kerala FC; Represented Delhi University in the All India Football Championship
Runners-up in the 2013 Asia Pacific Golf Championship; Winner of the 2018 IIFL qualifier for Nick Faldo Series in Vietnam; Part of the Indian National Squad from 2016-2018; Competed in the Asian Games Trials of 2018; Grant of ONGC Scholarshipfor impressive achievements and performance on the National tour of Golf in India. 2 years performance-based contract until turning professional in 2019
Participated in 2017 Speedo Thailand Age Group Swimming Championship; Participated in 10th Pacific School Games in 2017 in Adelaide, Australia; 2018 Gold Medal Winner in Junior Nationals; Gold Medal Winner in National School Games, 2016-2018; Gold Medal Winner in Khelo India Youth Games
Participated in Speedo Thailand Age Group Swimming Championship 2018; Bagged Gold in Khelo India Youth Games; Gold in Senior and Junior Nationals.
Represented India in Asian Championship held in Lebanon in 2019; Participated in the Copper Box International Handball Tournament held in London in 2018.
Represented India in Asian Championship held in Lebanon in 2019; Won a Bronze Medal in the Senior National and Junior National Championship.
Represented India in the 8th Asian Women’s Youth Handball Championship held from 21-30 August 2019 at Jaipur, India; Represented India in the Copper Box International Handball Cup 2018 held in London.
“Queen of the Court and Lass of the Rings”
Games: Basketball and Netball
Achievements: Captain of the Indian Netball Team at the 2010 Commonwealth Games; Gold Medalist at the 2011 South Asian Beach Games; Gold Medal at 54th National Games
Games: Tennis
Achievements: Won 9 ITF Women’s Circuit Singles and 8 Doubles Titles; Highest World Ranking (Singles) – 332 (2006); Highest World Ranking (Doubles) – 299 (2005); Coach of the FED Cup Team
Games: Table Tennis
Achievements: 2018 Commonwealth Games - Gold Medal in Women’s Singles, Women’s Team, Silver Medal in Women’s Doubles, Bronze in Mixed Doubles; Participated in the 2014 Commonwealth Games and Asian Games; Participated in 2016 Rio Olympics and 2021 Tokyo Olympics Team; Recipient of Arjuna Award and Rajiv Gandhi
Games: 10m Air Rifle (Shooting)
Achievements: Gold Medalist 2014 Commonwealth Games; Participated in the 2016 Rio Olympics and 2021 Tokyo Olympics; Bronze Medal in the 2018 Asian Games (Mixed Doubles); Gold Medal in 2019 ISSF World Cup
Games: Lawn Tennis
Achievements: Reached Semi-finals of 2003 French Open Doubles; Won 2 Singles and 12 Doubles ITF Titles; Won Triple Crown at 2004 DSCL National Championship at Delhi in Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Girls U-18 Singles (Youngest Indian to Achieve this Feat)
Games: Lawn Tennis
Achievements: Silver Medal in Women’s Singles 2016 South Asian Games; Won 5 Singles and 3 Doubles Titles on the ITF Tour
Games: Golf
Achievements:Participated in the 2016 World Amateur Golf Championship in Mexico; Participated in the Queen Sirikit Asia Pacific Women’s Amateur Championship for Three Consecutive Years in 2014, 2015, and 2016; Number 1 Ranked Indian Woman Professional Golfer 2017-18
Games: Golf
Achievements:Third Place in 2013 Mineks & Regnum Ladies Classic in Turkey; Finished 42nd at the Victorian Open in Melbourne; Participated in the 2010 Asian Games
Games: Football
Achievements:Goalkeeper of India’s National Women’s Football Team at the 2014 Asian Games; First to Win the Asian Female Footballer of the Year Award 2016; Vice Captain of the Indian National Women’s Football Team that Participated in the 2018 Cotif Cup in Spain
Games: Football
Achievements:Gold Medalist at the 2016 Asian Games; 2016 and 2019 Winners of the South Asian Football Federation Women’s Championships; MVP Saff Championship 2019
Games: Shooting
Achievements:Won Women’s Trap Event at the 61st National Shooting Championship in 2017; First Indian Woman to Qualify for the 2012 Olympics Clay Pigeon Shooting Event; 20th Rank in the 2012 London Olympics; Asian Games Medalist; Current National Games Champion
Games: Judo
Achievements:First Indian Woman to Qualify for the 1992 Olympics in Judo; 5th Place in the 1991 Asian Judo Championships in Japan; Won 2 Bronze Medals in the Asian Judo Championships
Games: Snooker, Pool, and Billiards
Achievements:Bronze Medalist in the Senior Asian Snooker Championship; Pre-Quarterfinalist in the Senior Asian Pool Championship; Bronze Medalist in the Senior National Snooker and Billiards Championship
Games: Basketball
Achievements:Participated in the 2010 Asian Games; Participated in the 2009 FIBA Asian Championship; Top Scorer of the Tournament in the Senior National Championship (2011-2016)
Games: Cricket
Achievements:Named in India’s Women’s Squad for their Series Against New Zealand; Twenty20 International Cricket Debut for India against New Zealand on 6th February 2019; Named in India’s Women’s ODI International Squad for their Series Against South Africa; Named in India’s Women’s Test Squad for their one-off Match Against England