Major Bob Khathing Sports week concludes
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, February 24 2019:
The 8th Edition of district level Assam Rifles Major Bob Khathing Sports week organized by 27 AR, Ukhrul under the aegis of 10 sector Assam Rifles, Somsai concluded yesterday at TNL ground Wino Bazar, Ukhrul with UUFC claiming the title of the tournament.
UUFC produced a dominating performance to seal a 2-0 win against UFC in the final match which attracted large numbers of sport lovers, to lift the Championship title of 8th Edition Major Bob Khathing Football tournament 2019 .
It was a brilliant start for UUFC as Zenith Mashangva got the opener in 24th minute while Julian Keishing added another goal in the 40th minute before they held on their lead till the final whistle for a 2-0 finish.
The final match of the tournament was graced by Brig Mohit Seth DIG 10 sector Somsai, Ukhrul as the chief guest.
The winning team of the tournament, UUFC were feted with Rs 90,000 along with rolling trophy.
Khangam Horam bagged the best scorer of the year award with 9 goals in his name in the tournament while Ngaranngam L Shangh from UUFC was adjudged best goal keeper.
St Joseph FC bagged best discipline team.
Brig Mohit Seth also distributed the prizes for the winners of Women Volley, Baby football league during the closing ceremony.
The Assam Rifles which organised the tournament in an effort to promote peace and harmony in the region also extended gratitude to local organisations for their relentless support and making the weeklong sport event a grand success.
The closing ceremony was also attended by Comdt 27 AR Rajesh Dogra, social organization leaders, AR officers.