DIMAPUR, OCT 28 (NPN): A total of 16 teams will compete in the 2nd G. Rio Memorial Volleyball Trophy, organised as part of the 13th Kohima Open Tournament for Men and Women, scheduled to begin on October 29 at Khuochiezie (Kohima local ground).
Organised under the aegis of the Kohima District Volleyball Association (KDVA), the three-day tournament will conclude on October 31.
In the men’s category, participating teams include Mezoma Youth Organization, ACSP Brothers Kohima, Michazou Junior Mima, VM Spikers, Fussion Spikers Sakhabama, Kiruphema Youth Organization-B, MH 10 Kohima, Kiruphema Youth Organization-A, Zenith Kezo Town, Urra Uvie Khonoma and President Team Kohima.
The women’s category will feature MADFA, SASA, ACSP Sisters Kohima, United Sister Zhadima and Mez & Co.
Dr. Tseilhutuo Rhutso, MLA will grace the inaugural ceremony as the special guest on October 29 at 12 noon. Director of the Department of Youth Resources and Sports, Kethosituo Sekhose, will attend the closing ceremony on October 31 as the guest of honour.
In the men’s category, the champions will receive a cash prize of Rs. 1.50 lakh, while the runners-up will be awarded Rs. 80,000. The losing semi-finalists will receive Rs. 25,000 each.
In the women’s category, the champions will receive Rs. 80,000, while the runners-up will take home Rs. 50,000. The losing semi-finalists will be awarded Rs. 15,000 each.
Individual awards will also be presented to the best spiker and best setter in both men’s and women’s categories, with each award carrying a cash prize of Rs. 5,000.
