Members of the New Millennium Youngster Club along with the participating team during the 21st Christmas Trophy 2025 held at Wangshu village on December 15.
Wangshu, December 15 (MExN): The New Millennium Youngster Club, Wangshu Village, on Monday organised the 21st Christmas Trophy 2025, marking a significant milestone in promoting sportsmanship and youth engagement in the region.
The programme commenced with a prayer, followed by a welcome address delivered by S Bechung, Head GB, Wangshu Village. He extended a warm welcome to the Special Guest Peter Khole, Former General Secretary of the Tobu Area Students’ Union (TASU), along with other esteemed dignitaries, invited guests, and well-wishers.
In his address, Peter Khole delivered an inspiring and thought-provoking speech, encouraging the players to view the tournament as a stepping stone toward greater achievements. Khole emphasised that sports is an emerging industry with vast potential to create meaningful career opportunities and help reduce unemployment in the state.
Expressing concern over the declining sports culture in the area due to substance abuse, he urged the youth to stay focused and disciplined. Referring to his arrival on foot, the Special Guest highlighted the hardships faced in the Tobu Area and called upon the younger generation to take responsibility in uplifting the social, economic, political, and overall development of society.
Earlier in the programme, a special presentation was performed by students of Baptist School, Wangshu. The programme was chaired by Easter N. The opening ceremony witnessed the presence of representatives from various Civil Society Organisations across the Tobu Area, reflecting strong community support for the event.
Altogether, 12 teams are participated for the weeklong tournament, attracting major sporting event in the area.
