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Beyond the Injury. Beyond the Game.

Helping injured student-athletes recover, rebuild and discover.

MY MISSION

Our mission is to support injured student-athletes through the physical and emotional challenges of recovery.

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About

I'm TANVI PONUgoti

I am a student, athlete, dancer, black belt, science enthusiast, and community volunteer.

Sports have been a major part of my life. I competed on my high school swim team, earned several medals, placed first or second at districts, and held a school freestyle record. I have also participated in volleyball, Bharatanatyam, Garba, and karate.

After experiencing injuries, I began to understand how difficult recovery can be. An injury does not only cause physical pain. It can also affect confidence, friendships, motivation, and identity.

Through Beyond the Game, I want injured athletes to know that they are still strong, valuable, and capable—even when they cannot compete.

Honors & Awards

Ap Scholar Award

Awarded by the College Board for earning qualifying scores on multiple AP exams, demonstrating strong academic achievement.

Science Olympiad - 2nd place mousetrap cars

Earned 2nd place by designing, building, and testing a mousetrap-powered vehicle through engineering and teamwork.

FBLA- 1st Place Business Plan

Earned 1st place for developing and presenting a business plan that demonstrated innovation, research, teamwork, and presentation skills.

India fest - 2 time first place

Awarded 1st place in the Classical Dance category in consecutive years for excellence in Bharatanatyam performance.

FBLA - 1st place banking & financial systems

Awarded 1st place for excellence in banking and financial systems through competitive testing and applied business knowledge.

Academic honor roll

Recognized for maintaining outstanding academic performance and consistent achievement throughout high school

Exploring Nanoscience and Medicine

Partaking in a summer research experience focused on nanoscience and nanoparticles. Learning how nanoparticles may be used in science, healthcare, and medicine. Nanoscience research under Dr. Kritina Lilova of Arizona State University to explore how nanoparticles may support future athletic medical solutions, including injury treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation.

Leadership

1 / Founder, Beyond the Game

Founded BeyondTheGame.net, an initiative supporting injured student-athletes as they recover, rebuild confidence, and develop an identity beyond sports.

2 / Swim Team Leadership

Helped select events for teammates based on their strengths and the needs of the team.

3 / Volleyball Co-Captain

As a co-captain, helped teammates improve their serving and setting skills. Worked through disagreements between players, coaches, and team leaders.

4 / Dance Leadership

Help younger dancers learn choreography and prepare for performances. I also help organize costumes, arrival times, transportation, and event details.

3 / Project Leadership

In FBLA, developed the original idea for an app designed to support people with Alzheimer’s and memory-related challenges.

SCIENCE EXPLORATION

HOSA

Participated in Biomedical Debate, researched healthcare topics, prepared arguments, and volunteered at HOSA open houses.

FBLA

Helped create and present an Alzheimer’s support app that earned first place at the district level.

Artificial Intelligence Conference

Attended a four-day AI conference in Washington, D.C., met technology leaders, and explored the role of AI in healthcare and society.

Science National Honor Society

Competed in science events and earned third place in tenth grade and second place in eleventh grade.

ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES

Swimming

Specialized in freestyle and backstroke, competed in relays, earned multiple medals, placed first or second at districts, and held a school freestyle record.

Volleyball

Served as a co-captain, supported teammates during practice, and helped solve team disagreements.

Karate

Practiced karate for several years and earned a black belt. Karate taught me discipline, persistence, self-defense, focus, and how to work toward a long-term goal.

Arts and Culture

Bharatanatyam

Practiced Bharatanatyam since age six. I perform at temples, cultural events, ceremonies, and competitions. My group earned first place twice at India Fest.

Garba

Competed with a Garba team and earned first place in three categories at India Fest.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

My service includes volunteering with NHS, Tigers Against Cancer, Miles for Moffitt, Making Strides, and JA BizTown. I have helped organize events, register participants, distribute water, support cancer-related causes, clean event spaces, and guide younger students