Semifinals Set for the Chief Minister’s State Level U-12 Football Tournament 2023
The Chief Minister’s State Level U-12 Football Tournament 2023 kicked off at SAI STC Shillong, Nehu Campus, Mawlai Mawkyrnroh in June. Organized by the Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, the tournament will run until the 16th of June, 2023. The Tournament has witnessed fierce competition among young football enthusiasts from all 12 districts in both the boys’ and girls’ categories. As the tournament enters its third day, the stage is set for the highly anticipated semifinal matches scheduled for tomorrow.
A total of 384 children have participated in this five-day tournament, showcasing their talent and passion for the beautiful game. With each passing day, the excitement has grown, and fans have been treated to some remarkable displays of skill and teamwork.
In the girls’ category, the first semifinal match will feature a clash between West Khasi Hills and East Khasi Hills. These two teams have displayed exceptional prowess throughout the tournament, and their encounter promises to be a thrilling battle on the field. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9 AM, providing an early dose of excitement for football enthusiasts.
Simultaneously, at 9 AM, the second girls’ semifinal will take place between East Jaintia Hills and South West Khasi Hills. These talented teams have fought hard to reach this stage, and the contest is expected to be intense as they vie for a spot in the final.
In the boys’ category, the first semifinal will see a showdown between West Jaintia Hills and Eastern West Khasi Hills. Both teams have displayed great skill and determination, and their clash promises to be a closely contested affair. This highly anticipated match is scheduled to begin at 10:45 AM.
Following the boys’ semifinal, at 10:45 AM, Ri-Bhoi and East Khasi Hills will lock horns in the second semifinal. These two teams have shown exceptional teamwork and tactical acumen, and their encounter is set to captivate the spectators.
As the semifinals approach, let’s take a look back at the results from the first two days of the tournament:
Day 1 Results: U-12 Boys: West Jaintia Hills 8 (Ram Passah 10′; Ibamonhi Suting 16′, 46′; Benedik War 40′, 43′, 45′; Shamiki Myrchiang 41′; Lodestar Mukhim 50′) defeated East Garo Hills 0 Ri-Bhoi 8 (Prinlang Roy L Nonglait 2′, 11′, 20′; Rikiiame Shylla 9′, 17′; Same Daskhem Sylliang 12′; Iaishanborlang Khongjee 43′, 46′) defeated South West Garo Hills 1 (Wegrim A Sangma 41′) West Khasi Hills 2 (Gilbert Snaitang 11′; Iainehskhem Lyngdoh 40′) defeated Eastern West Khasi Hills 1 (Arki Mawlong 50′) East Khasi Hills 5 (Arkimeai Mawlong 4′, 5′, 21′, 45′; Bankyrshanbor Kharkongor 14′) defeated South West Khasi Hills 2 (Shempaul Iawphniaw 17′; Ainesreward Shangdiar 49′)
U-12 Girls: West Khasi Hills 10 (Ibatyngkai Nongsiej 16′, 41′; Nazarine D Sangma 20′, 25′, 48′; Ineshabanbet Diengdoh 8′, 28′; Anisha D Sangma 37′, 50′; Own Goal 47′) defeated East Garo Hills 0 Ri-Bhoi 0 lost to East Jaintia Hills 1 (Felinda Pajuh 20′) East Khasi Hills 7 (Daisy Kharsahnoh 7′; Lateidaka Mukhim 13′; Nabaphylla Majaw 18′, 35′, 43′; Labuhti Khongsngi 25′; Ginialarissa Diengdoh 33′) defeated North Garo Hills 0 South West Khasi Hills 4 (Aisukshisha Syiemlieh 10′; Deiphiwansara Lyngkhoi 10′; Badapynhun Dkhar 39′, Ridashisha Kharlyngdoh 41′) defeated South Garo Hills 0
Day 2 Results: U-12 Boys: South West Garo Hills 1 (Arando D Sangma 2′) lost to South Garo Hills 3 (Sengcheng R Marak 16′, 17′; Chedo N Sangma 13′) West Garo Hills 2 (Eric Salgrima A Sangma 5′; Reu Kyrem M Sangma 25′) drew with East Garo Hills 2 (Aga Achang Momin 12′, 23′) North Garo Hills 0 drew with South West Khasi Hills 0 Eastern West Khasi Hills 3 (Arbitstar Pathaw 7′; Arki Mawlong 9′, 30′) defeated East Jaintia Hills 0
U-12 Girls: Ri-Bhoi 7 (Mebanrihun Singkli 2′, 9′, 47′; Ebilin Thangkhiew 11′, 32′, 44′; Delightful Lyngdoh 49′) defeated South West Garo Hills 0 East Garo Hills 0 lost to Eastern West Khasi Hills 2 (Rimeiaka Nongsiej 2′; Dawanpynkmen Nongphud 18′) West Garo Hills 3 (Anamika 4′, 25′; Dorimchi 16′) defeated South Garo Hills 0 North Garo Hills 0 lost to West Jaintia Hills 9 (Stefy 12′, 22′, 39′; Duka 18′, 40′; Cathlyne 35′, 37′; Ester 44′; Hunbait 50′)
As the semifinals approach, the young athletes are gearing up to deliver their best performances on the field. The Chief Minister’s State Level U-12 Football Tournament 2023 has undoubtedly been a thrilling spectacle, and the semifinal matches are expected to raise the excitement levels even higher. Football enthusiasts eagerly await the battles that will determine the finalists in each category.
