Leh:The five-day Annual Intramural Sports Tournament of Eliezer Joldan Memorial College commenced on Thursday, with students and faculty members participating in the inaugural ceremony that marked the beginning of a series of competitive sporting events aimed at promoting student participation and physical wellbeing on campus.
Organised by the college Sports Committee, the tournament will continue till May 18 and feature competitions in volleyball, handball and football across different categories.
The inaugural programme began with a welcome address by Dr. Tsering Spalzom, who highlighted the importance of intramural sports as a platform for students to display talent, strengthen teamwork and engage in healthy competition within the institution.
The tournament was formally inaugurated by Principal Prof. Stanzin Yangdol. Addressing the gathering, the Principal underlined the importance of sports and games in shaping personality, discipline and overall development among students, while urging wider participation in extracurricular activities alongside academics.
Following the inaugural ceremony, volleyball matches in both men’s and women’s categories were conducted. Seven teams competed in the men’s section, while three teams participated in the women’s category.
In the men’s volleyball competition, United Bogdang emerged as champions, while Young Boys secured the runners-up position. In the women’s category, Queens Court clinched the title, with LA finishing as runners-up.
College authorities said the annual tournament was intended to encourage sportsmanship, leadership qualities and greater student engagement through organised sporting activities. The remaining fixtures in handball and football are scheduled to be held over the next four days as part of the ongoing intramural meet.
