Officials along with the finalist teams pose for a photo during the conclusion of the second edition of the Dr K C Nihoshe Memorial Trophy Open Football Championship, at the District Sports Complex, Zunheboto, on November 9. (Morung Photo)
Morung Express News
Zunheboto | November 9
Kiyelho Memorial Team (KMT) emerged champions of the second edition of the Dr K C Nihoshe Memorial Trophy Open Football Championship, defeating Hiyo Satakha Football Club 1-0 in the final at the District Sports Complex, Zunheboto, on November 9.
The decisive goal was scored in the 29th minute by KMT’s jersey No. 27, Bendang Sunep, securing the championship title for his team.
Speaking to the media, KMT captain Kikato Kinimi said KMT Lumami was established in 2023 in memory of his late father, Kiyelho. He said the team had previously won championship titles in tournaments held at Akuluto and Lumami and had retained both trophies to date.
He thanked God and his siblings for their continued support and expressed hope of participating in future editions of the tournament, adding that the team would be happy to return if invited.
In the individual categories, Yotsa of KMT was adjudged Player of the Tournament, while Pika Awomi of Hiyo Satakha Football Club received the Best Goalkeeper award. Both were presented with certificates, mementos and cash prizes of Rs. 5,000 each.
Hiyo Satakha Football Club finished as runners-up and received Rs. 50,000, while Kiyelho Memorial Team took home the championship trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 80,000.
Speaking to the media, a representative of Hiyo Satakha Football Club said the team represented Satakha Football Club under the name ‘Hiyo’ in connection with the forthcoming HIYO Festival, scheduled to be held in December at Satakha. The participation was aimed at promoting the festival, with support from the Satakha Area Sports and Cultural Association (SASCA).
The representative further said that some players from Satakha had represented the area in the recently concluded 25th edition of the Dr T Ao Trophy at Ungma, Mokokchung, and the Capt Kenguruse Memorial Tournament in Kohima, where they reached the semi-finals.
Earlier, the closing ceremony was chaired by Kihika Chishi, Vice President of Trojans Club, while Hito V. Awomi, Convenor, delivered the vote of thanks. The programme concluded with the presentation of prizes and trophies, followed by a benediction pronounced by Vihoto Awomi, Assistant Pastor, Sector.
