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Madrasa vs Sunrise Academy: Exciting Match in Meghalaya Inter School Cricket League.

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Inter School Cricket League for 2022/2023 Kicks off with Exciting Matches.

Shillong 12th April, 2023: The much-awaited Inter School Cricket League for 2022/2023 started with a bang as teams from various schools battled it out on the field. One of the thrilling matches was between Madrasa School and Sunrise Academy School, held at the prestigious cricket ground in the city.

Sunrise Academy School won the toss and elected to field first, putting Madrasa School to bat. In the 1st innings, Madrasa School posted an impressive total of 168/3 wickets in 15 overs. Md Wahid was the star batsman for Madrasa School, scoring a magnificent 70 runs off 44 balls, while Md Asif contributed with a solid 40 runs off 32 balls. The bowlers from Sunrise Academy School, Sparsh Sewa and Ishan Singh, picked up 1 wicket each, but could not prevent Madrasa School from setting a challenging target.

In reply, Sunrise Academy School struggled to keep up with the required run rate and could only manage 86 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 15 overs. Md Amar top-scored for Sunrise Academy School with 31 runs off 25 balls, while Kush could only muster 6 runs off 9 balls. The bowlers from Madrasa School, Mukhtar Ali and Habibullah, were in fine form, picking up 2 wickets each and restricting Sunrise Academy School’s batting line-up.

Md Wahid, who played a crucial role with both bat and ball, was awarded the Man of the Match for his exceptional performance. He scored 70 runs and took 1 wicket in 3 overs, helping Madrasa School secure a convincing victory of 83 runs.

In another match of the Inter School Cricket League, St Anthony’s School took on Gorkha Pathshala School in a closely contested encounter. St Anthony’s School won the toss and elected to bat first. In the 1st innings, St Anthony’s School managed to score 94/6 wickets in 15 overs, with Abhinav Khanal top-scoring with 29 runs off 36 balls. Navneet KR Sha and Prateek bowled well for Gorkha Pathshala School, picking up 2 wickets and 1 wicket respectively.

Chasing the target, Gorkha Pathshala School showed great determination and reached the target in 14.2 overs, scoring 95/6 wickets. Sujit was the star batsman for Gorkha Pathshala School, scoring 35 runs off 31 balls, while Navneet contributed with 15 runs off 19 balls. Ayush and Trejosh were the standout bowlers for St Anthony’s School, picking up 3 wickets and 1 wicket respectively.

Sujit’s match-winning performance earned him the well-deserved Man of the Match award, helping Gorkha Pathshala School secure a thrilling victory by 4 wickets. The Inter School Cricket League for 2022/2023 promises to be an exciting season with more thrilling matches to come. Stay tuned for more updates on this prestigious cricket tournament.

Nagaland’s Taekwondo Medal Winners Felicitated and Sports Scholarship Programme Launched

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Felicitation of Medal Winners in Taekwondo and Launch of Scholarship Programme Held in Kohima

The Government of Nagaland, through the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, held a special felicitation ceremony for the medal winners in Taekwondo, along with the launch of a scholarship programme for meritorious sports persons and remedial classes for academy trainees. The event took place at Hall A, I G Stadium, Kohima on April 11 and was graced by the presence of Keoshu, Advisor Youth Resources & Sports, as the special guest.

In his address, Keoshu congratulated the medal winners and urged other trainees to work hard with dedication to achieve similar success. He emphasized the importance of discipline and commitment in the pursuit of excellence in sports and encouraged the trainees to aim higher and surpass their own limitations. He also highlighted the government’s keen interest in promoting sports as a promising avenue for career-building and mentioned the upcoming incorporation of sports, music, arts, and other vocational fields in the state’s new education policy, which would benefit the young generation.

Akhumla Chuba, Director of Youth Resources & Sports, shared about the department’s initiatives, including the scholarship programme for meritorious sports persons in different categories, and the provision of remedial classes for academy trainees to cover missed-out subjects. These efforts aim to provide support and encouragement to talented athletes in Nagaland and help them excel in their respective sports.

Visabei-u Peseyie, Teakwondo Coach, also gave a brief profile of Teakwondo in Nagaland State, highlighting the achievements and progress made in the sport.

The felicitation ceremony recognized the outstanding performance of the following medal winners in national Taekwondo championships: Shiusuthong Tikhir, who won Gold under the 23 KG category, and Shiuthong, who won Silver under the 25 KG category in the 36th National Sub-junior Taekwondo Championship held at Cuttack, Odisha. In addition, Manong Konyak won Bronze under 41 Kg, Thongti Thonger won Bronze under 45 Kg, and Longkhon Phom won Bronze under 57 Kg category in the 5th Cadet- under 14 years National Taekwondo Championship held at Kota, Rajasthan.

The felicitation ceremony was a proud moment for the medal winners and a motivating factor for other aspiring athletes in Nagaland. It highlighted the government’s commitment towards promoting sports and supporting talented athletes to achieve greater heights in their sporting careers. The launch of the scholarship programme and remedial classes for academy trainees further emphasized the government’s efforts to provide necessary support and encouragement to the sports community in Nagaland.

Run Chandel Run: Mini Marathon Promotes Fitness and Anti-Drug Awareness in Manipur

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Modi Battalion, in collaboration with District Sports Association (DSA) Chandel, Wisecrabs, Royal Riders Chandel, and Chandel District Administration, jointly organized the ‘Run Chandel Run’ 2023 edition mini marathon on Tuesday. The event, as stated in a press release from the IGAR (S), aimed to promote fitness, health, and well-being among the local populace, especially the youth, while raising awareness about the negative impact of drugs on society and encouraging physical activity as a part of a healthy lifestyle.

The mini marathon was flagged off by Chinglensana Singh Kangujam, a renowned Indian hockey player and Olympian (Rio 2016) from Manipur, who was also awarded the Arjuna Award in 2019. He emphasized the importance of incorporating physical activity into daily routines and encouraged the participants to take up running as a means to stay fit. Nearly 500 runners, including students, athletes, troops of Assam Rifles, and fitness enthusiasts, participated in the event, which was divided into two categories – 5 km for the U-16 age category and above 40 years old from Leikun village, and 10 km for the 16-40 years category from Heibunglok village.

The marathon witnessed the participation of Brigadier Vedpal Yadav, DIG HQ 26 Sector Assam Rifles, and Mayanglambam Rajkumar, DC Chandel, who fueled motivation among the participants. The run concluded at Maha Union Govt Higher Secondary School, and the organizers and local populace provided water stations and refreshments for the runners along the route. Medical cover was also provided by Assam Rifles and Chief Medical Officer, Chandel.

Speaking about the event, Chinglensana said, “It was an honor to flag off the Run Chandel Run’ Mini Marathon 2023. I am grateful to the organizers for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this noble cause. I hope that the message of the marathon reaches far and wide and inspires people to lead a healthy and active life.” Brigadier Vedpal Yadav, DIG 26 Sector Assam Rifles, expressed his gratitude to all the participants for their enthusiasm and dedication to the cause, and reiterated the commitment of Assam Rifles in promoting fitness and healthy living among the citizens of Manipur while urging everyone to join hands in the fight against drugs.

The event also witnessed local artists showcasing their talent at the closing ceremony, adding to the vibrant spirit of the mini marathon. The results of the marathon were announced, with Sk Akbar Langhu, Sh Chungthar Pashel, and Bs John Anal securing the top three positions in the 10 km open male category, and Hmilmaning Khumlo, Rd Hringnidam Anal, and Dowlmaning Khumlo securing the top three positions in the 10 km open female category. In the above 40 category for 5 km, Kanta Singh, Laltlangsang Singson, and Subol Singh secured the top three positions, while Lakhani Shilsi, Sarah Maring, and Th Rabiting Monsang secured the top three positions in the above 40 women’s special category for 5 km. In the U-16 boys category for 5 km, Khuraijam Deko, Kashudlung Newmei, and Hrangbung Belarhring secured the top three positions, and M Thadoi Chanu, Caroline Tholung, and Rufina Nung-chim secured the top three positions in the U-16 girls category for 5 km.

Sikkim Cricket Association Explores Sites for Cricket Ground Development

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The Shillong Secondary School Wins by 8 Wickets Against St. Anthony’s School

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Meghalaya Inter School Cricket League Kicks off with an Exciting Match between St. Anthony’s School and The Shillong Secondary School

The 2022/2023 Inter School Cricket League commenced with a thrilling match between St. Anthony’s School and The Shillong Secondary School at the local cricket ground on Tuesday. The toss was won by St. Anthony’s School, who elected to bat first.

In the 1st innings, St. Anthony’s School set a target of 88 runs with 10 wickets down in 15 overs. Trejosh was the top scorer with 18 runs off 28 balls, followed by Ayush with 7 runs off 12 balls. Shewam from The Shillong Secondary School was the star bowler, taking 3 wickets for 10 runs in 3 overs, while Sumit claimed 2 wickets for 14 runs in 3 overs.

In reply, The Shillong Secondary School showed great determination and chased down the target with ease, scoring 89 runs without losing any wickets in just 11 overs. Badal was the standout batsman, scoring an impressive 24 runs off 30 balls, while Shewam contributed with 18 runs off 25 balls. Abhinav from St. Anthony’s School took 1 wicket for 12 runs in 2 overs, and Trejosh also took 1 wicket for 20 runs in 2 overs.

Badal’s exceptional performance with the bat earned him the well-deserved title of Man of the Match. His composed innings of 24 runs helped The Shillong Secondary School secure a convincing victory by 8 wickets.

The Inter School Cricket League promises to be an exciting tournament, with more thrilling matches lined up in the coming weeks. Cricket enthusiasts in the region are eagerly looking forward to witnessing some exhilarating cricket action and supporting their favorite teams.

Meghalaya Inter school Cricket: Madrasa win against Jail Road Boys

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In an exciting match between Madrasa and Jail Road Boys, Madrasa emerged victorious with a resounding 10-wicket win in the Inter School Cricket League for 2022/2023. The match, which took place at the local cricket ground, witnessed some thrilling performances from both teams.

Winning the toss, Madrasa elected to field first, and it proved to be a strategic decision. Jail Road Boys went on to score 96/6 wickets in their allotted 15 overs. Rahul Paul was the top scorer for Jail Road Boys, scoring 35 runs off 24 balls, followed by Samir with 28 runs off 26 balls. Madrasa’s bowlers, Amir and Imran, shined with the ball, with Amir taking 3 wickets for 13 runs in his 3 overs and Imran taking 2 wickets for 14 runs in his 3 overs.

In reply, Madrasa chased down the target with ease, scoring 98/0 wickets in just 8.3 overs. Md Wahid was the star batsman for Madrasa, scoring an impressive 62 runs off 30 balls, including 7 boundaries and 3 sixes. Arman also contributed with 20 runs off 17 balls. Jail Road Boys’ bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, with Raja conceding 16 runs in 1 over and Samir conceding 11 runs in 1 over.

Md Wahid’s spectacular innings earned him the well-deserved Man of the Match award for his match-winning knock of 62 runs.

The match between Madrasa and Jail Road Boys was a thrilling contest that showcased the talent and competitive spirit of the young cricketers. The Inter School Cricket League promises more exciting matches in the coming days as teams vie for the coveted title. Cricket enthusiasts and fans eagerly await the next matches in the league to witness more thrilling performances from the budding cricket stars of tomorrow.

Meghalaya State League 3 to Kick Off on May 5th

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The Meghalaya Football Association held a press conference today to announce the start of the third edition of the Meghalaya State League on May 5th. The league had been delayed multiple times since the latter part of last year for various reasons. In January, the draw for this season was held, with 25 teams divided into four groups.

Shillong Lajong FC, the defending champions, will be back to defend their title, although they had to qualify for this edition through the playoffs. The competition will be hosted in four different towns – Shillong, Tura, Jowai, and Mawkyrwat. This is the first time that Shillong and Tura have been included as venues.

The participating clubs have been divided into four groups of six, with Group B containing an extra team. Teams from all over the state have been drawn, with champions from local leagues receiving direct entry. Second-placed teams from prominent leagues also qualified directly, while other teams had to go through a round of qualifying matches. For instance, Lajong finished fourth in last year’s SPL and had to qualify through playoffs.

In the first MSL held in 2017-18, Niaw Wasa won the title, beating Tynrongmawsaw on penalties in the final on their home turf in Jowai. The second edition saw Lajong defeat Rangdajied United FC in Khliehriat, with the final being decided on penalties as well.

Shooting Association of Meghalaya Elects New Office Bearers for 2023-27 Term

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On Saturday, the Shooting Association of Meghalaya conducted its annual general meeting and elected new office bearers who will serve a four-year term until 2027. The National Rifle Association of India appointed Bhaba Kalita, an International Shooting Sport Federation judge, as the returning officer, while the observer was Meghalaya State Olympic Association General Secretary Finely L Pariat.

Although there were no nominations filed for the executive posts, the election was still held as a formality. All the names were proposed, seconded, and unanimously elected by the attendees of the meeting. Additionally, five executive members were elected.

John F Kharshiing will continue to serve as the President of SAM, and Neil Sootinck will remain as the General Secretary. The SAM Executive Body for 2023-27 includes Bobby Wahlang and Davis NR Marak as Vice-Presidents, Dominic Sutnga as Treasurer, Jeffery W Sooting as Secretary, Dawooii Suiam as Organising Secretary, Nickolas JJ Nongkhlaw as Publicity Secretary, Ashok Singhania as Assistant Treasurer, Kupar Blah as Training Secretary, and Ranjit Singh, Marbrishisha Mylliempdah, Christina Kharbuli, Anjali Singh, and Balarishisha Rani as Executive Members.

Assam Sprinters Amlan Borgohain and Hima Das Shine at 3rd Indian Grand Prix

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Assam’s Amlan Borgohain and Hima Das have once again made their state proud by their outstanding performances in athletics. Borgohain secured two gold medals in the men’s 100-meter and 200-meter races at the 3rd Indian Grand Prix held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. He showcased exceptional talent and dedication with his timings of 10.50 seconds and 21.22 seconds, respectively, making the country proud.

Similarly, Hima Das, known as the ‘Dhing Express‘, clinched the gold medal in the women’s 200-meter race at the same event. She finished the race in 23.77 seconds, leaving her competitors trailing behind. The 21-year-old athlete has been consistently improving her timings, and her latest achievement is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.

The 3rd Indian Grand Prix witnessed many Indian athletes achieving personal bests, making it a great platform for them to showcase their skills and talent. Apart from Borgohain and Das, there were other notable performances as well.

Last month, Hima Das bagged the silver medal in the women’s 100-meter event at the AFI Indian Grand Prix 2 held in Kerala’s Trivandrum. She ran a perfectly paced race to clock 11.52 seconds, securing the second position. Although Tamil Nadu’s Archana Suseendran clinched the gold with a record time of 11.50 seconds, 0.22 seconds ahead of Hima, Daneshwari Ashok Thakkanavar from Karnataka won the bronze medal, clocking 11.90 seconds.

The 3rd Indian Grand Prix was a huge success, and with talented athletes like Hima Das leading the charge, the future of Indian athletics looks very bright indeed.

6th Hangpan Dada Memorial Trophy Begins at the Constituency and District Levels in Arunachal Pradesh

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The 6th edition of the U-16 Hangpan Dada Memorial Trophy on Football & Volleyball (Boys & Girls) has begun at the constituency and district levels. After conducting five successful editions of HDMT, the Department of Sports, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh has initiated organizing the tournament at the constituency and district level, which will conclude by the end of April. The winners of the district-level tournament will have the opportunity to participate in the state-level tournament, which is expected to take place in May 2023.

This CM flagship programme was introduced by then Chief Minister Shri Nabam Tuki, with the theme of mass participation is the primary objective of the competition. The tournament has been designed to be conducted at the Constituency, District, and State levels to encourage public interest and participation in these two popular sports.

In 2016, the Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu renamed the tournament as the “Hangpan Dada Memorial Trophy on Football & Volleyball (Men & Women)” to honor the brave sacrifice of Lt. Havildar Hangpan Dada, who lost his life while fighting three terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir on 26th May 2016.

The State Level HDMT is the most extensive sports event in the state, with an approximate participation of 1500 participants in every edition, in line with the aim of promoting mass participation in sports.