Ukhrul District's first Snooker Tournament begins
Source: The Sangai Express
Ukhrul, April 24 2022:
'Break Free', a three-day Open Pool and Snooker Tournament began today at SAM Food Court, Viewland Ukhrul.
The event organized by Team Collective Events in collaboration with SAM Group, kicked off in the presence of renowned businessman Rohan Khuiraijam and Rungshing Asai as chief guest and special guest respectively.
The tournament is being participated by more than twenty players from across the district along with a few players from Imphal.
The tournament which is first of its kind in town is being held in partnership with Ngashan Inn as hospitality partner, Tandet Art Village as gifting partner, The Tangkhul Express as media partner, Brilliant Rubber Stamp Works as branding partner, Shimm's Cafe as F&B partner, Kumrah Printers as printing partner, Tinphei Studio as photography partner and with Tribal Goo as a co-sponsor.
The tournament is being held with an aim to provide a platform for potential talents in cue sports - a relatively niche sport in the district.
Named 'Break Free', the event is a clarion call for youths to break away from anti-social behavior, toxic substance abuse, alcohol/tobacco consumption, etc.
The event strives to encourage participation in sports and healthy activities all the while bringing a platform of competitive and professional exposure for local players.