DIMAPUR, NOV 4 (NPN): The Nagaland women’s sepaktakraw team brought laurels to the State by clinching a gold medal in the Regu Event and a silver medal in the Quadrant Event at the 36th Senior National Sepaktakraw Championship for Men and Women held in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, from October 30 to November 3. According to a DIPR report, the championship witnessed participation from various states across the country, with competitions conducted in three events—Regu, Team and Quadrant. Nagaland was represented by both men’s and women’s teams at the national-level championship.
The gold-winning women’s team comprised Sezovelu Dozo, Angshan Konyak, Thujono, Seyiekhrieno Tepa and Rukuvinu Tsukru. The team was coached by Puleno Neikha, with Hopson Sumi serving as assistant coach.
The team’s achievement in securing two medals at the national championship highlighted the players’ dedication, determination and teamwork, marking a significant milestone for the State’s sporting fraternity.
The Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Government of Nagaland, congratulated the players, coaches and support staff for their achievement and wished the team continued success in their future sporting endeavours. The department also reiterated its commitment to promoting sports and nurturing sporting talent across the State by providing opportunities, encouragement and support to athletes to excel at national and international levels.
