SRINAGAR, Sep 27: The Kupwara Squash Championship, organised by the Kupwara Squash Rackets Association under the aegis of the J&K Squash Rackets Association and sponsored by the J&K Sports Council, concluded at the Squash Complex, Gindun Stadium, Rajbagh, Srinagar, on September 27.
The championship witnessed participation from more than 79 players representing various colleges and schools. Competitions were held in Under-17 and Under-19 boys and girls categories, along with Senior Men and Women categories.
Shah Jameel, CEO, Peaks Royal Ltd, was the chief guest at the closing ceremony, while Saqib Fayaz, Level-1 Squash Coach, attended the function as the guest of honour.
Addressing the gathering, the chief guest congratulated the organisers for conducting the championship in a professional manner. He also appreciated the contribution of the staff of Gindun Sports Centre, technical officials and participating athletes towards the successful conduct of the event.
The championship provided young players from schools and colleges an opportunity to compete across different age categories and gain competitive experience in squash.
Later, Shah Jameel distributed medals to the first, second and third-place individuals and teams in the respective categories.
The organisers expressed appreciation to the participating players, officials, coaches and supporting staff for their contribution to the successful completion of the championship.
The championship was sponsored by the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council.