At just six years old, Ishani Sondhi embarked on her remarkable journey in speed skating. Now a Class 5 student at Lourdes Convent School in Surat, her dedication to the sport is truly inspiring. Training daily, Ishani devotes a minimum of two hours each day to her practice sessions, often extending to three or four hours both in the mornings and evenings. Despite her rigorous training schedule, she manages to balance her academic responsibilities with grace.
A Season of Triumphs: 2023-24
Ishani’s hard work and unwavering commitment bore fruit in the 2023-24 season, where she amassed an impressive tally of around 20 medals in various competitions. Her national-level achievements are particularly noteworthy. At the CBSE National Games held in Gurgaon, she clinched a silver medal in the 500-meter event. Adding to her national accolades, she secured a bronze medal in the 1000-meter event at the 61st National Roller Skating Championship in Chennai. Furthermore, she dazzled at the 67th National School Games in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, winning two gold medals in the 500-meter and 1000-meter events.
Continued Success: Khel Mahakumbh 2.0
Ishani’s winning streak did not stop there. At the Khel Mahakumbh 2.0, she triumphed yet again, earning three gold medals in the 1500-meter road race, the 1000-meter, and the 500-meter rink events. Her stellar performance has garnered recognition, leading to her recommendation for the prestigious Sardar Patel Junior Award by the Sports Authority of Gujarat and the Gujarat State Roller Skating Association.
Dominating the 2024-25 Season
The 2024-25 season saw Ishani continue her dominance in the sport. At the Warrior Open Gujarat State Roller Skating Championships in Ahmedabad, she claimed three more gold medals in the 300-meter, 500-meter, and 1000-meter events.
Ishani Sondhi’s journey in speed skating is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and passion for the sport. As she continues to break records and earn accolades, her story serves as an inspiration to young athletes everywhere. With her relentless pursuit of excellence, Ishani is undoubtedly a rising star in the world of speed skating.
