Imphal: The fourth edition of the IIS Sangai Cup, a three-day judo tournament, begins in Imphal on Thursday and will double as the state selection trials for Manipur's judo team.
The tournament will be held from October 16 to 18 at the Sports Authority of India New Multipurpose Hall in Takyelpat, Imphal. It is jointly organised by the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) and the Manipur Judo Association, according to a press release cited by ANI.
Road to the nationals
The event will serve as the selection trials for the Manipur judo team ahead of the upcoming National Judo Championships across the Sub-Junior, Cadet, Junior and Senior categories.
The previous edition of the tournament drew participation from more than 500 judokas across various age categories, underlining the growing interest in the sport and the depth of emerging talent in the region.
Over the years, the Sangai Cup has grown into an important competitive platform for young judokas in Manipur, giving them a chance to test themselves against their peers and earn a place in the state squad.
Grassroots push
Manisha Malhotra, president of the Inspire Institute of Sport, said the Manipur Judo Association has been a valued partner in developing judo in the region. She said the tournament offers athletes an opportunity to earn selection for the National Championships, and expressed hope that such initiatives would nurture young judokas and contribute to the continued growth of judo in Manipur and the Northeast.
The tournament will conclude on October 18 with the senior men's and women's competitions, followed by the medal presentation and closing ceremony.
Sources:
The Tribune: Fourth edition of IIS Sangai Cup to be held in Imphal from October 16 to 18
Sportstar: Indian sports wrap, October 15
The tournament will be held from October 16 to 18 at the Sports Authority of India New Multipurpose Hall in Takyelpat, Imphal. It is jointly organised by the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) and the Manipur Judo Association, according to a press release cited by ANI.
Road to the nationals
The event will serve as the selection trials for the Manipur judo team ahead of the upcoming National Judo Championships across the Sub-Junior, Cadet, Junior and Senior categories.
The previous edition of the tournament drew participation from more than 500 judokas across various age categories, underlining the growing interest in the sport and the depth of emerging talent in the region.
Over the years, the Sangai Cup has grown into an important competitive platform for young judokas in Manipur, giving them a chance to test themselves against their peers and earn a place in the state squad.
Grassroots push
Manisha Malhotra, president of the Inspire Institute of Sport, said the Manipur Judo Association has been a valued partner in developing judo in the region. She said the tournament offers athletes an opportunity to earn selection for the National Championships, and expressed hope that such initiatives would nurture young judokas and contribute to the continued growth of judo in Manipur and the Northeast.
The tournament will conclude on October 18 with the senior men's and women's competitions, followed by the medal presentation and closing ceremony.
Sources:
The Tribune: Fourth edition of IIS Sangai Cup to be held in Imphal from October 16 to 18
Sportstar: Indian sports wrap, October 15
