Kohima hosts first Nagaland Masters TT C’ship

The 1st Nagaland Masters Table Tennis Championship, organized under the aegis of the Nagaland Masters Table Tennis Association (NMTTA) and Nagaland Table Tennis Association (NTTA), concluded on September 6 in Kohima. The two-day event saw participation from seven districts and featured 44 veteran players competing across team and individual categories.
The championship, which marked a significant milestone for veteran sports in the state, was open to players aged 40 and above. Kohima District clinched the title in the 40+ Men’s Team category, while Meluri District emerged victorious in the 50+ Men’s Team division.
Kevithuto Sophie, graced the opening day as special guest and emphasized the importance of physical fitness and active lifestyles to combat sedentary health issues. Recalling his own experiences with table tennis in the late 1970s, he encouraged participants to remain engaged in sports for overall well-being.
On the second day, guest of honor Kovi Meyase, lauded the organizers for the smooth conduct of the tournament and highlighted the role of Masters Associations in promoting sports across Nagaland. He expressed confidence in the region’s natural aptitude for physical sports and extended best wishes to the winners for the upcoming North East Masters Championship in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh.
Results:
40+ Men’s Team: Champions – Kohima-A (Vitho Neikha, James Lezietsu, Kevirielie Dzuvichu, Raju Chettri); runners-up – Dimapur-A (Visasier Kevichusa, L. David, Temsumeren); third – Mon (Kethosilie Kaka Belho, A Moa Lemtor, Giitiiyi Vamuzo, Imdongzoba Kichu).
50+ Men’s Team: champions – Meluri District (Dr. Juthsutho Phoji, Victor Joy Ezung, Samuel Ao);
Runners-up – Mokokchung District (Takosunep, Tianochet); third – Kohima-A (Neitsilie Meru, Joseph Lasuh, Vincent Belho, Dr. Khriezotuo Paphino).
40+ Men’s Singles: Champions- Kevirielie Dzuvichu, runners-up Visasier Kevichusa and third L. Talichuba Sangtam.
50+ Men’s Singles: Champions – Vikuo Metha, runners-up Dr. Juthsutho Phoji and third Neitsilie Meru.
60+ Men’s Singles: Champions – Temjen Jamir, runners-up Er. Vikheto Shohe and third Dr. Khriezotuo Paphino.
Women’s Singles (40+ & 50+ Combined): Champions – Satemmongla Yaden, runners-up Marysheli Zhimo and third Lichumlo.
40+Mens Doubles: Champions – Visasier Kevichusa and L. David; runners-up – Dr. Juthsutho Phoji and Victor Joy Ezung, third – Bendang Longkumer and L. Talichuba Sangtam.
50+Mens Doubles: Champions – James Liezietsu and Vincent Belho, runners-up – Dr. Juthsutho Phoji and Victor Joy Ezung, third – Vikuo Metha and Kezhaletuo Angami.