The Tehok Football Club, Mon on Thursday lifted the trophy of the Late Capt N Kenguruse, MVC, Memorial Football Tournament 2023. Playing against Western Sumi Sports Association, Niuland, the Football Club from Mon emerged victorious with a score of 2-1, securing the title of the 7th Kenguruse Football Tournament Champions for 2023.
The highly anticipated final match of the Late Capt N Kenguruse, MVC, Memorial Football Tournament 2023 was held on November 9 at IG Stadium organised by Assam Rifles under the aegis of Spear Corps. The thrilling event witnessed two exceptional teams, Tehok FC, Mon & Western Sumi Sports Association, Niuland battling it out for the coveted championship title in front of an electrified audience.
The tournament, whichh began on November 1 witnessed 16 teams from across Nagaland competing fiercely in a display of exceptional sportsmanship, skill, and determination. The journey to the final was marked by intense matches, showcasing the finest talent in the region, informed a press release by the HQ IGAR (North).
Gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest, Maj Gen Vikas Lakhera, SM, IG, IGAR (North), commended the spirit and dedication of all the participating teams, emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork in nurturing young talent. He also expressed his appreciation for the Assam Rifles and the Indian Army who made the tournament a resounding success.
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The event concluded with an award ceremony, where the winners were presented with the prestigious trophy and a cash prize worth Rs 2 Lakh, along with individual awards recognizing outstanding players and coaches beside cash prizes worth Rs. 4,25,000.
The first runner up were awarded with Rs One lakh, while the second runner up and third runner up received Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 25,000 respectively. The player of the tournament was awarded with a cash prize of Rs. 12,000. Rs. 10,000 was awarded to the Golden Boot winner. Rs. 6000 was awarded to the defender, mid fielder, and goalkeeper of the winning team while the Manager, Physio and Coach received Rs. 5000 each. Rs. 2500 each was awarded to the Manager, Coach and Physio of the first runner up.
