Shillong U-20 Football League Kicks Off with 29 Teams
The wait is over! Meghalaya’s football enthusiasts have something to cheer about as the Shillong U-20 Football League, also known as the SSA’s Fourth Division Under-20 Football League, has finally kicked off with 29 teams participating in the tournament. The launch event was graced by none other than Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, who inaugurated the league and announced a significant support of ₹30 lakh for the tournament.
The league, which promises to be an exciting and competitive affair, will see the top two teams earn promotion to the higher division, marking a significant step forward in the growth of football in the state. The announcement of the support by the Chief Minister has further boosted the morale of the participating teams and their supporters.
Speaking at the launch event, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma reiterated Meghalaya’s aim to become India’s football capital. He highlighted the state’s efforts to develop the sport, citing various infrastructure projects, new leagues, and youth development plans across the state. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of sports in the development of the state and the nation, and expressed his confidence in the potential of football to bring people together and create a sense of unity and pride.
The Shillong U-20 Football League is the latest initiative by the State Sports Authority (SSA) to promote football in the state. The league aims to provide a platform for young and talented footballers to showcase their skills and compete with the best teams in the region. The tournament will run for several weeks, with the top two teams earning promotion to the higher division.
The league has attracted teams from all over the state, including Shillong, Jowai, Mawkyrwat, and Cherrapunji. The teams will compete in a round-robin format, with the top two teams earning promotion to the higher division. The league will also provide a platform for young and talented footballers to gain exposure and get noticed by national selectors.
The announcement of the support by the Chief Minister has come as a huge boost to the participating teams and their supporters. The ₹30 lakh support will go towards the organization of the tournament, including the provision of infrastructure, equipment, and logistics. The support will also enable the organizers to provide a better experience for the players, officials, and spectators.
The Shillong U-20 Football League is a significant step forward in the growth of football in Meghalaya. The state has been making rapid progress in the development of the sport, with various initiatives and projects being implemented to promote football and provide opportunities for young and talented footballers.
Meghalaya has a rich history of producing talented footballers, and the state has produced several national-level players and teams. The state’s football teams have won several national and regional championships, and the state has also hosted several national and international football tournaments.
The Shillong U-20 Football League is an important step forward in the development of football in the state, and the support announced by the Chief Minister will go a long way in taking the league to the next level. The league promises to be an exciting and competitive affair, and football enthusiasts in the state are eagerly looking forward to the action.
In conclusion, the Shillong U-20 Football League is a significant step forward in the growth of football in Meghalaya. The league promises to be an exciting and competitive affair, and the support announced by the Chief Minister will go a long way in taking the league to the next level. Meghalaya is well on its way to becoming India’s football capital, and the Shillong U-20 Football League is an important step forward in achieving this goal.
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