Kohima,27 May: DMC Member, Dimapur, Mingkhon Dongomei graced the valedictory function of the 10th Football Championship 2008 held at Jalukie as the guest of honour. The function was organized by JVYO and was held at the MDOSC Sport Complex.
Addressing the gathering at the function, the Guest of Honour lauded both the players and the organizers for the good performance and urged them to maintain discipline and good sportsmanship and play with dedication for success in future.
The Championship trophy was awarded to the winning team Puikeing Capuiteing which walked away with a cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- with certificates, Udinese Team from Peren was declared the runners up walked away with Rs. 10,000/- with certificates.
Individual prizes of Rs. 1,000/- each were awarded for best goalkeeper, best hat trick, best player and best disciplined team. The prizes were distributed by DMC members Kohoi and I. Nungsang Jamir.
The function was chaired by General Secretary, JVYO Ahiobe Chuilo, while vote of thanks was delivered by Vice President JVYO, Rampauna Thou. Benediction was pronounced by Pastor, Local Baptist Church Jalukie, Manzeung. A special number was also presented by Steward Kingdom. The Guest of honour also donated a sum of Rs. 25,000 towards the organizers.