An eight member team of Nagaland Wrestling Association (NWA) on the invitation of the All Manipur United Clubs Organization (AMUCO) had reached Imphal to participate in the 1st Northeast Indigenous Games from February 23 to 25 under the aegis of All Manipur United Clubs Organization and Manipur Students Federation (MSF).

The NWA Team will be demonstrating and participating in the Naga Wrestling where good number of wrestlers from Manipur and other places, are expected to participate and join the Team Nagaland in

Naga Wrestling.

According to a press statement issued by NWA Joint Secretary, Kuzhovesa Soho, the participation aimed at building up the intimate relation between the two states and also promoting the Naga Wrestling beyond the state of Nagaland.

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It may be mentioned that Naga wrestling was recognized as national medal event and was first played at Goa from January 12 to 14 this year and is taking forward to international arena in its next subsequent championships.

The NWA Team includes President Vivolie Kezo as Team Director, Property Secretary as Team Manager and Seyielhoukho Sechϋ Referee. The wrestler squad includes, Sϋthito Rhakho (96 Kg), Khrϋkuzo Nyekha (90 Kg), Kedosie Nagi (85 Kg), Seyiezhatuo Sano (70 Kg) and Pitsali Sangtam (Driver).

The NWA has appealed to all wrestling lovers and enthusiasts to support the participation and prayed for the fruitful Games over there.