Surathkal: The ICYM (Indian Catholic Youth Movement) of Sacred Heart Church Surathkal hosted the "Surathkal Throwball League 2023 Season 2" at Sacred Heart Church Ground. The major objective was to bring together young people via their passion of sports.
Rev Fr. Richard D'Souza (Assistant Director of ICYM) from Surathkal Church, Teena Rebello (Animator of ICYM), Joyvin D'Souza (President of ICYM) and Captians of All Competating teams innaugrated the event by cutting the ribbon attached to the Net and Ball.
The league featured Five teams that competed intensely.
In Validatory ceremony ,Asha Pinto (Secretary of PPC), Joyvin D'Souza (President of ICYM),Maria D'Silva (Secretary of ICYM), Loyed Steevan Dias(Sports Representative of ICYM), Match Referee Venugopal and Sujeeth took the platform. The presentation of awards to the winners was the highlight. The "SHOOTING STARS SURATHKAL" won the Rolling Trophy, with the "SHINING STARS SURATHKAL" finishing second. The award for "Player of the Series" was bagged by Royston Rodrigues, ”Best Server” by Joel Dsouza and “Best Catcher” by Melisha Dsouza . This thrilling league drew a total of 55 young individuals.
JoyvinDSouza president ICYM welcomed the gathering, Maria Dsilva Secretary ICYM proposed vote of thanks. Program was compeered by Clarin Fernandes
This event exemplified the spirit of unity and sportsmanship encouraged by the ICYM and Sacred Heart Church Surathkal, and it promises a bright future for sports in the church.