Mangalore: Alva’s College, Moodabidri won the gold medal in the university-level inter-collegiate women's handball tournament held at University College Mangalore ground here in Hampanakatte on Wednesday. The host university college team created history by winning the silver medal for the first time. Mangalore University Konaje team won the bronze medal while Saint Anne's College Virajpet team finished fourth.
Shrimati of University College Mangalore won the Best Goal Keeper Award, while the Best Scorer went to Tushali from Saint Ann's College and the Best Player award went to Nishu from Alva’s College. University College Physical Director Dr. Keshav Murthy T read out the winners’ list.
University College Alumni Association President Col.NSarath Bhandari was the chief guest in the closing and prize distribution program. Principal Dr. Anasuya Rai presided. PG Economics Lecturer Shama mastered the ceremony. Physical Education Lecturer Althaf Saab extended vote of thanks. Sports Association Secretary Manoj and Joint Secretary Keerthana were also present.
Inauguration
The tournament was inaugurated by the Mangalore University Director of Physical Education Dr. Gerald Santhosh D'Souza. “Defeat in any competition is not just a defeat, but an experience for our future success. Therefore, more and more students should participate in such tournaments”, he said.
Dr. Arun D'Souza of St Aloysius College, National handball referee Mohammad Tauseef, trainer Chandrasekhar, Physical Education Lecturers of University Evening College Vishwanath and Ashwathassisted as referees for the tournament. Ten teams participated in the tournament.