Friendship Cup football tourney concluded

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IMPHAL, June 7: The Friendship Cup Football Tournament organized by the Sadar Hills District Sports Association under the aegis of the Red Shield Division at Thomas ground, Kangpokpi ended today.

Saikhul Youth Club (SYC) beat Kangpokpi Youth Union (KYU) in a tie-breaker match on the closing day today, winning a cash prize of Rs 15,000. The Runners-up was awarded a cash prize of Rs 10,000.

Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM, GOC of Red Shield Division, who attended the closing day function as the chief guest, distributed the prizes to the winners.

In his closing address he emphasized on the importance of sports in building a strong nation and appreciated the participation of the youth and the talent displayed by them.

The GOC also appreciated the efforts of the organizers and the troops of the armed forces, who have worked shoulder-to-shoulder to make the event a grand success.  

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