Team Green Clinches Title
Srinagar, July 7: The Employees’ Football Tournament, organized by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, University of Kashmir, concluded on Tuesday at the University’s Ground “B”, marking the successful culmination of a productive activity.
The tournament witnessed an overwhelming response from employees representing various teaching departments, administrative units, centres, and satellite campuses of the University.
A total of 10 teams competed in the tournament, which was conducted on a league-cum-knockout basis, ensuring a highly competitive and engaging sporting spectacle throughout its duration. The matches attracted a large number of employees and spectators who gathered each day to cheer for their respective teams.
The tournament was part of the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports’ best practices to encourage employees to actively participate in sports and physical activities. The initiative seeks to foster physical fitness, mental well-being, teamwork, stress management, and a healthy work-life balance among University employees.
The grand finale witnessed an impressive contest between Team Green and Team White. Displaying exceptional coordination, attacking football, and remarkable teamwork, Team Green emerged victorious with a commanding 6-2 win over Team White to lift the championship trophy.
The star performer of the tournament was Chief Security Officer, Gh. Rasool Malik, who exhibited an outstanding performance in the final by scoring five goals for Team Green. His exceptional consistency and goal-scoring ability throughout the tournament earned him the distinction of Best Player of the Tournament, having scored an impressive 15 goals during the championship.
The concluding ceremony was presided over by the Registrar, University of Kashmir, Prof. Naseer Iqbal.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Naseer Iqbal congratulated both Team Green and Team White for exhibiting competitive spirit during the final. He remarked that the tournament reflected the University’s commitment to promoting a vibrant sporting culture among its employees and emphasized that regular participation in sports is essential for maintaining both physical fitness and mental well-being.
He further commended the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports for consistently organizing employee-centric sporting events that encourage staff members to adopt healthy lifestyles, while strengthening interpersonal relationships and teamwork within the University community. He observed that such initiatives not only contribute to improved health but also help employees effectively cope with professional responsibilities and workplace stress.
Earlier, Coordinator, Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, Dr. Surjeet Singh, presented a detailed report on the tournament, highlighting the enthusiastic participation, competitive matches, and smooth conduct of the event.
Prof. Naseer Iqbal, distributed trophies, and medals among winning and runner-up teams.
The tournament was coordinated by Dr. Basharat Ali, Assistant Director, while proceedings of the concluding ceremony were conducted by Football Coach, Sajid Yousuf Dar.
Srinagar, July 7: The Employees’ Football Tournament, organized by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, University of Kashmir, concluded on Tuesday at the University’s Ground “B”, marking the successful culmination of a productive activity.
The tournament witnessed an overwhelming response from employees representing various teaching departments, administrative units, centres, and satellite campuses of the University.
A total of 10 teams competed in the tournament, which was conducted on a league-cum-knockout basis, ensuring a highly competitive and engaging sporting spectacle throughout its duration. The matches attracted a large number of employees and spectators who gathered each day to cheer for their respective teams.
The tournament was part of the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports’ best practices to encourage employees to actively participate in sports and physical activities. The initiative seeks to foster physical fitness, mental well-being, teamwork, stress management, and a healthy work-life balance among University employees.
The grand finale witnessed an impressive contest between Team Green and Team White. Displaying exceptional coordination, attacking football, and remarkable teamwork, Team Green emerged victorious with a commanding 6-2 win over Team White to lift the championship trophy.
The star performer of the tournament was Chief Security Officer, Gh. Rasool Malik, who exhibited an outstanding performance in the final by scoring five goals for Team Green. His exceptional consistency and goal-scoring ability throughout the tournament earned him the distinction of Best Player of the Tournament, having scored an impressive 15 goals during the championship.
The concluding ceremony was presided over by the Registrar, University of Kashmir, Prof. Naseer Iqbal.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Naseer Iqbal congratulated both Team Green and Team White for exhibiting competitive spirit during the final. He remarked that the tournament reflected the University’s commitment to promoting a vibrant sporting culture among its employees and emphasized that regular participation in sports is essential for maintaining both physical fitness and mental well-being.
He further commended the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports for consistently organizing employee-centric sporting events that encourage staff members to adopt healthy lifestyles, while strengthening interpersonal relationships and teamwork within the University community. He observed that such initiatives not only contribute to improved health but also help employees effectively cope with professional responsibilities and workplace stress.
Earlier, Coordinator, Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, Dr. Surjeet Singh, presented a detailed report on the tournament, highlighting the enthusiastic participation, competitive matches, and smooth conduct of the event.
Prof. Naseer Iqbal, distributed trophies, and medals among winning and runner-up teams.
The tournament was coordinated by Dr. Basharat Ali, Assistant Director, while proceedings of the concluding ceremony were conducted by Football Coach, Sajid Yousuf Dar.
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