Football development programme concludes
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 31 2021:
MLA of Wangkhei Assembly Constituency, K Meghachandra has today recalled the proud moment all Manipuris had when 8 State players represented India in the FIFA U-17World Cup 2017.Attending as the chief guest of the closing function of the second 'Football Development Programme' organised by Haokha Kiyam Siphai Sports Association at Haokha Mamang Leikai playground, K Meghachandra said that all should be proud that the very playground where the programme was being held, has already produced world cup players.
Lauding the efforts of the organising committee, the MLA said that organising such programmes will help impart self-confidence skill, self management and further leads in mental and physical development of the young players.
He also promised to extend all possible assistance from his end towards any initiative related to games and sports including development of the playground and other positive activities.
The function was also attended by Moirangthem Ratankumar, president of All Manipur Football Association; Dr Thongam Komol Singh, president Haokha Kiyam Siphai Sports Association; Thangjam Ojit Singh, Imphal grassroots coordinator; Mutum Mani, president District Football Association, Thoubal and other local representatives.
Players who attended the grassroots programme were encouraged with certificates before they played out an exhibition match with players of FIDA Football Academy to mark the end of the development programme.