Shillong, August 29: Mawiong Parish began their campaign in the Under-35 Inter-Parish Football Tournament on a winning note, defeating Pynthorumkhrah Parish 4–2 at Madan Heh, Phudmuri, on Saturday.
The tournament is organised by the Synjuk Ki Seng Rangbah Katholik, Shillong Archdiocese Zone I, and features teams from six parishes—Mawlai, Mawiong, Mawtawar, Mawprem, Mawkhar and Pynthorumkhrah.
The competition is being held in two categories: Under-35 and 40 years and above.
Jim Reeves Marweiñ, IAS, attended the inaugural programme as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the organisation’s motto, “Ieid, Shakri bad Ïalap” (Love, Serve and Evangelise), and emphasised the important role of men as protectors and pillars of their families and society.
In the opening Under-35 match, Mawiong produced a strong attacking display to secure a 4–2 victory.
Aldo Max Nengnong (No. 2) scored twice for Mawiong, while S. Syiem (No. 6) and Dapjorki Dkhar contributed one goal each.
Pynthorumkhrah’s goals came from Aibha Mynsong (No. 9) and Donald Nongsiej (No. 11).
Before kick-off, Rev. Fr. Telesphoros Nonglang, Parish Priest of Mawlai, offered the opening prayer and blessed the tournament.
The inaugural programme was also attended by Synjuk president Stenis Nongkynrih, secretary Onnestar Kharbani, other office-bearers and members of the participating parishes.
