Syed Hashmeer Memorial Football Cup concludes

DC Bandipora along with others during closing ceremony of Football Cup at Bandipora on Saturday.
DC Bandipora along with others during closing ceremony of Football Cup at Bandipora on Saturday.

Excelsior Sports Correspondent
BANDIPORA, Aug 27: Under drug free Bandipora initiative, the final match of the eight edition of Syed Hashmeer Memorial Football Cup 2022 was played at S.K Stadium, here today.
The final was played between Hashmi XI and Arco Sopore.
A total of 24 teams participated in the tournament which was organised by Hashmee FC in memory of late Bilal Ahmad Tantray.
DC Bandipora Dr Owais Ahmed along with SSP Bandipora Mohd Zahid attended the final match of the Football Tournament at SK Stadium.
While interacting with players Dr Owais appreciated the youth for participating in the various sports activities and staying away from drugs. He urged all the participants, organisers and spectators to spread the message of drug free Bandipora and motivate youth to participate in sports and developmental activities.
He said the Administration is committed to promote sports in the district and urged youth to come forward on different platforms to showcase their talent.
Both Deputy Commissioner and SSP lauded the efforts of organisers to provide a platform to youth and engage them in sports activities.