Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 28: The Western Air Command (WAC) Inter Air Force School Basketball Championship 2014 for boys and girls conducted at Air Force School, Jammu here.
Seven Air Force Schools of Western Air Command namely AFS Hindan, AFS Sarsawa, AFS Halwara, AFS Chandigarh, AFS Ambala, AFS Pathankot and the host team AFS Jammu participated in the 4-days Championship.
The final match in the girls section was played between Ambala and Chandigarh in which Ambala recorded a convincing win to lift the title. The host team Jammu got the third place.
The final of the boys’ championship was played between Ambala and Jammu wherein AFS Ambala won in a nail-biting contest. The host team Jammu remained the runners up, while AFS Chandigarh got the third place.
Air Commodore P E Patange YSM VM Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station, Jammu was the chief guest on the occasion, who appreciated the sportsmanship and enthusiasm of the students.
He reiterated that sports provide an excellent pathway for students to develop mental strength, camaraderie and competitive spirit.
Vikesh Sandhal, Principal, Air Force School Jammu presented a brief report of the activities on the occasion.
A small cultural bonanza was presented to mark the gala event. Trophies, certificates, medals and mementoes were presented to the teams.
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