Six teams compete in the second Dr KC Nihoshe Memorial Trophy Open Football Championship, underway in Zunheboto until November 18
ZUNHEBOTO — The second edition of the Dr. KC Nihoshe Memorial Trophy Open Football Championship got underway at the District Sports Complex Ground in Zunheboto on Wednesday, with six teams competing for the title.
Organised by Trojans Club Zunheboto, the tournament will continue until November 18.
The participating teams have been divided into two groups. Group A comprises Hiyo Football Club, Kiyelho Memorial Team and Brotherhood United, while Heto's XI, King Hornet and Avizuyeto FC make up Group B.
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
Addressing the inaugural ceremony, chief organiser Heto N Yeptho said the memorial tournament was intended to provide a platform for local footballers and create opportunities for them to progress to state and national-level competitions.
Trojans Club Zunheboto president Hokato Yeptho welcomed the teams and urged them to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship.