Wushu tournament concludes
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, May 22 2013 :
The 15th State level Wushu championship tournament closing ceremony was held today at Town Hall, Ukhrul.
Kollin Hungyo was the chief guest of the valedictory programme.
Wushu teams from seven various places� Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, Ukhrul, Khuman Lampak and SAI Imphal) competed in the tournament.
The SAI Wushu Institute Imphal bagged 19 medals in Sanshou fight and 13 medals in Taolu and was declared the overall champion of 15th state level Wushu Championship tournament scoring a total of 23 Gold, 8 Silver and 1Bronze.Thoubal team bagged the second position, scoring 30 medals�10 Gold, 3 Silver and 9 Bronze.
The host team (Ukhrul District Wushu Association) was awarded as the best discipline team of the tournament, and bagged 25 medals and placed in the third position.
The tournament was played in two categories for both boys and girls under 55 weight.
At the same time, the Ukhrul District Wushu Association extended humble gratitude to MLA Samuel Risom, Chief Secretary, Manipur and Branch Manager, Manipur State co operative bank for extending their invaluable help both in kinds and cash for the success of the tournament.