KATHUA, Oct 17: The Inter-District Division-Level Badminton Tournament for All Age Groups of Boys and Girls concluded successfully at the Sports Stadium, Kathua, on Friday, with young shuttlers showcasing their talent, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit.
In the Under-14 Girls category, District Jammu emerged as the champion, defeating District Udhampur by 2–0 sets in the final to lift the coveted trophy.
Earlier, in the semi-final matches, Jammu defeated Kathua by 2–0 sets, while Udhampur secured a 2–0 victory over Poonch to book their places in the final.
District Youth Services and Sports Officer (DYSSO) Kathua, Sunil Kumar, presented the winners’ and runners-up trophies to the respective teams. He congratulated the players on their achievements and encouraged the young shuttlers to continue working hard, maintain discipline, uphold the spirit of sportsmanship, and strive for excellence in future competitions.
The successful conclusion of the tournament reflects the Department of Youth Services and Sports’ commitment to promoting sports among young athletes and providing them with a platform to showcase their abilities at the divisional level.
The tournament also provided an opportunity for players from different districts to enhance their skills, develop teamwork, and gain valuable competitive experience.