GVEI lifts title of Zonal Level under-17 football tournament

Posted by admin_kas on 2025-05-28 20:39:23 |

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Srinagar, May 28: In a significant development, the team of Green Valley Educational Institute (GVEI) Srinagar has lifted the title of Boys zonal level Under -17 football tournament.

The school hosted under-14, under-17, and under-19 zonal level boys football tournaments.

The tournaments were organised by the Zonal Physical Education Office Gulab Bagh in collaboration with the District Youth Services and Sports Department (DYSSD), Srinagar.

Fourteen teams from across the zone participated in the tournaments, with six thrilling matches played on the opening day. 

The finals were played on May 28 of 2025.

In the under-14 category, Kashmir Harvard Educational Institute defeated GHS Umerhair to emerge victorious while GVEI defeated Kashmir Harvard in the under-17 category, clinching the title. Meanwhile, in the under-19 category, Kashmir Harvard secured the top position, with BHSS Hazratbal finishing as runners-up.

A felicitation ceremony was held at GVEI premises to honour the players.

The event was graced by Principal GVEI Riyaz Kathjoo who praised the participants for their dedication and sportsmanship.

Chairman GVEI Mohammad Yousuf Wani also lauded the efforts of the young athletes and assured the students that the school would continue to provide more opportunities to help them excel in sports.

"The event not only showcased the sporting talent of the students but also emphasized the importance of physical fitness and teamwork," the school handout reads.