Players taking oath at the inaugural programme of 1st Chekiye Memorial Football Trophy at Ikishe village local ground, April 21.
DIMAPUR, APRIL 21 (MExN): The First Chekiye Memorial Football Trophy organized by Highway Area Sumi Sports Association (HASSA) kicked off on April 21 at Ikishe village local ground with additional director, Treasuries & Accounts, Government of Nagaland, Zhekheto Zhimomi attending the inaugural function as the chief guest.
Fourteen teams are taking part in the tournament held in memory of late Y Chekiye Zhimo, the founder of Chekiye village.
The chief guest in his address urged the players to unflinchingly display the spirit of sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Zhekheto said the players should be well disciplined and proudly wear the uniform of the village or the colony they represent. He also said the young players should consider the tournament as a launch pad to build and further their sporting career.
He also said besides competing for the trophy, the players should also keep in mind one important aspect, that of fostering unity and brotherhood.
Earlier, HASSA president gave the presidential address. Chief patron of the tournament and head GB, Chekiye village, Hokhupu Zhimomi, son of late Y Chekiye Zhimo, also addressed the gathering.
Defending champion of last year’s football tournament organized by HASSA, L Hotovi went up against K. Hollohon Colony in the opening match.