STATE TIMES NEWS
DODA: The Inter-District Divisional Level Volleyball Tournament for U-14 year girls commenced on Wednesday here at the Sport Stadium.
The event is being organized by the Youth Services and Sports Department Doda and the tournament shall continue till 5th of October 2023.
The inaugural function was held today with great enthusiasm and passion. with 8 districts of Jammu Division participating in the Volleyball tournament. The Districts of Jammu, Doda, Rajouri, Reasi, Poonch, Kathua, Udhampur and Samba are participating in the grand event.
The grand opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Commissioner, Vishesh Mahajan as the chief guest.
Accompanying him as the guest of honour was SSP, Abdul Qayoom. The welcome address was delivered by the DYSSO, Jaffer Haider Sheikh. He gave details of the competitions that are being organised by the District Youth Services and Sports Office Doda.
A colourful cultural programme was also presented by the students which mesmerized the audience with the beautiful dance performances.
The DC, while speaking at the opening ceremony, said that the participation of the girl players in the tournament will strengthen their willpower. He urged the District Youth Services and Sports department to take the participating girl players to some beautiful locations of the district Doda to familiarize them with the beautiful and historic spots of the area. The DC also interacted with the volleyball players and wished them best of luck.
The pledge for sportsmanship spirit and loyalty towards the sports was also taken up by the sport officials and participating players.
The tournament began with a match between Kathua and Poonch volleyball teams. The Deputy Commissioner Doda and SSP Doda also joined the first playing match between Kathua and Poonch with beautiful services.
The event’s inauguration marked the beginning of an exciting and competitive journey for young female volleyball players from across all districts of Jammu Division. The tournament promises spirited matches and a grand show of the talent of the aspiring athletes.