Dimapur, Nov. 26 (EMN): The 39th Aghunaqa Area Sports Association (AASA) Kukami (GBs) Memorial Trophy kick started on Monday at Aghunaqa headquarter after it was declared open by NSCN (R) vice president, Akato Chophy as the chief guest.
Addressing the gathering after hoisting the AASA flag, Akato urged upon the participating sportspersons to be disciplined and humble themselves regardless of their achievements in the sporting field.
He said some players who once get recognised even at the local level in the field of sports, tends to think that the team cannot surge ahead without his/her participation and maintains self pride. In this regard, he advised the players to leave aside such attitude and remain humble with a team spirit.
He also reminded the players on the ill effects of intoxicants and urged them to keep aside from indulging in intoxicants as it will have a negative effect in their future performances.
“To excel in the field of sports, talent is not the only thing but we need to keep our physique fit and healthy,” he added. He further stressed on the need to preserve and promote one’s mother tongue which maintains a strong identity for the people. Akato also urged the youngsters to inculcate the habit of respecting their elders and leaders.
Altogether, 12 villages are participating in the GBs Memorial Trophy which will culminate on Nov. 30.
