Our Correspondent Zhadima | January 13 The 25th anniversary celebration of Northern Angami Sports Association Group ‘C’ got underway at Zhadima Sports Complex on January 12 under the theme “Commitment to sports excellence.” The celebration will go on till January 15. Over 500 athletes from eleven villages under NASA Group-C are taking part in the four-day event which is being hosted by Zhadima Village Youth & Sports Organisation (ZVYSO). The 11 villages are Meriema, Tsiesema, Tsiese Basa, Phekerkriema, Zhadima, Nerhema, Nerhe Model, Chüziema, Keviphe, Viphoma and Ziezou. Gracing the inaugural function on January 12, Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu, Chairman, Nagaland State Mineral Development Corporation said, “It’s time the Naga sportspersons should uplift their standard towards professionalism.” “One-time season player won’t excel in sports. It’s time youngsters change their mindset towards becoming full time professional players,” the MLA said. He also advised the sportspersons to maintain consistency and discipline, underlining it as the top-most priority to reach at the highest level of competition. Dr. Keditsu also assured to render assistance and support to the committed and dedicated players. The welcome note was delivered by Roko Angami, Convenor, Organizing Committee, while Chiephobozou Baptist Youth Department and Ruokuovotuo Pfusenuo & friends presented a special number. NASA-C presidential address was delivered by Kevipusa Kezieo, while Vitseizolie Sorünuo, president, ZVYSO delivered greetings. The oath of administration to the players was led by Zhabu Miario, Wrestling Secretary, NASA-C. Earlier, Dr. Keditsu unveiled a monolith raised in commemoration of the 25th anniversary celebration. The monolith was dedicated by Thepfusalhou Khoubve, Pastor, Assembly of God Church, Zhadi Bawe. Day-one of the 25th anniversary celebration witnessed Naga wrestling, wherein, a total of 70 wrestlers are vying for the title. The silver jubilee celebration will also include games such as football (men & women), volleyball (men & women) and marathon race. The marathon race took place today and was flagged off by Neilalhoulie Soliezuo, Additional Director, Youth Resources & Sports, Government of Nagaland. This event was sponsored by Nagaland State AIDS Control Society (NSACS). Apart from games and Naga wrestling, Cultural and Extempore Nite marked day two. Talent Nite will take place on December 14. Meanwhile, the closing function will take place on January 15 at 12 noon with K.T. Vilie, Chairman Zhadima Village Council and Vice President APO as chief guest.
