Srinagar, Oct 6 (JKNS): The under-19 Boys Football Tournament organised by the Youth Services and Sports Department Monday commenced with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship.
The tournament is being played as part of 69th National School Games and Green Valley Educational Institute (GVEI) Elahi Bagh, Srinagar is one of the venues for this national event.
The opening match witnessed a thrilling display of skill and teamwork as Manipur outclassed IBSO with a dominant 9–1 victory. Borish Singh (Jersey No. 9) was adjudged Man of the Match for his outstanding performance.
In the second fixture, CISCE triumphed over CBSE with a clean 4–0 win, with Shayan Dali earning the Man of the Match title for his impactful play and consistent efforts on the field.
Chairman GVEI Mohammad Yousuf Wani congratulated the participating teams and emphasized the commitment of the school in promoting sports and holistic education.
He expressed pride in hosting young talent from across the country, noting that such events foster discipline, teamwork, and national integration through the spirit of sportsmanship.
“The tournament is a means to celebrate youthful energy, unity, and the shared love for football that connects players from diverse regions of India,” Wani said. (JKNS)