Dimapur, Dec. 12 (EMN): The annual meet of Western Sumi Sports Association (WSSA) and 20th M. B. E. Zhuikhu Memorial Football Trophy got underway at K. Hetoi village under Niuland sub-division on Wednesday.
Minister, PHED, government of Nagaland, N. Jacob Zhimomi attended the inaugural function of the meet as the special guest, stated an update received here on Wednesday.
Kicking off the event, Jacob set a challenge for players to have strong determination and discipline as they pursue sports as nothing can be achieved without hardwork.
He also lauded the effort of the WSSA to provide such platform to sports enthusiasts to come together and display their talents, while also learning from one another to enhance their capabilities.
Jacob Zhimomi unfurled the association flag and declared the week long meet open.
The event will conclude on Dec. 17 with Akihito Zhimomi, president, Sumi Games and Sports Association, Nagaland as the chief guest.
