15-09-2024; As per news update, Hyderabad–The 34th Telangana Sub Junior Inter-District Kho-Kho Championship came to an exciting conclusion, with Adilabad emerging as the champions in both the boys’ and girls’ categories. The prestigious event, held in Hyderabad, saw intense competition from various districts, showcasing the promising talent in Telangana’s Kho-Kho circuit.
Boys’ Category Results
- Winner: Adilabad
- Runner-Up: Rangareddy
- 3rd Place: Warangal
- Joint 3rd Place: Mahaboobnagar
Girls’ Category Results
- Winner: Adilabad
- Runner-Up: Nalgonda
- 3rd Place: Rangareddy
- Joint 3rd Place: Mahaboobnagar
The championship concluded with a grand valedictory ceremony, honoring the top teams and participants. The Chief Guest for the event was Mr. Janga Raghavareddy, whose presence added great significance to the occasion. He congratulated the participants, emphasizing the importance of sports in building discipline and character among youth.
High Praise for Facilities and Organization
The event was praised for its exceptional management, with participants and officials lauding the excellent arrangements for food, lodging, and ground facilities. The championship was organized under the aegis of the Telangana Kho-Kho Association, ensuring a high standard of competition and hospitality. The Tournament Organizing Secretary, Kishore Kumar, and his team were widely commended for the smooth execution of the event.
Telangana’s Best to Represent at Nationals
The best players from this tournament will now form the Telangana team, set to compete in the upcoming 34th Sub-Junior National Kho-Kho Championship (Boys & Girls) for the 2024-25 season. The nationals will take place from 28th September to 2nd October, 2024, at the Albert Ekka Stadium, Simdega, Jharkhand under the auspices of the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI).
Distinguished Guests and Honors
Several esteemed guests graced the occasion, further elevating the stature of the championship:
- Nathi Krishnamurthy, General Secretary of the Telangana Kho-Kho Association
- Mr. K. Sandeep, Chairman of Sri Sai Model High School
- Sudhakar Rao, District Youth Sports Officer (DYSO) Hyderabad
- District Secretaries: Mahender Rao, Shyam Prasad, Pochappa, and Atheeq Ulla
A notable highlight of the ceremony was the presence of Mr. R. Ramesh Yadav, a renowned referee associated with Ultimate Kho Kho and KKFI. His expertise and dedication to the sport added a layer of prestige to the championship, ensuring high standards of officiating throughout the event.
With such successful participation and organization, Telangana’s Kho-Kho fraternity looks forward to making a strong impact at the upcoming national level. The enthusiasm surrounding the sport and the young talent emerging from this tournament promises a bright future for Kho-Kho in the state.