DPS (Mihan) crowns football champions across four age groups
Published August 13, 2026 · Received from the school August 13, 2026
NAGPUR: Pro Vice Chairperson Tulika Kedia and Director Savita Jaiswal conveyed their wishes to finalists, highlighting sport's role in building confidence and team spirit. Principal Nidhi Yadav extended best wishes to all participants and winners.
In the Under-12 Boys final, Bhavan's Ashti defeated Bhavan's Trimurti Nagar 2-1. Rihan Sharma was the star performer for the winning side, scoring both goals. Yashwin Khadilkar scored the lone goal for Bhavan's Trimurti Nagar.
The Under-14 Boys final ended goalless through full time. DPS MIHAN triumphed 3-1 on penalties. Goalkeeper Aditya Bang produced an important save. Daksh Yadav, Videsh Swaminathan and Atharv Mishra successfully converted their penalties for the championship.
In the Under-17 Girls final, DPS MIHAN and DPS Lava remained deadlocked during regulation time. DPS Lava prevailed 2-1 in the penalty shootout where Aarya Thakre and Vishweshree were instrumental in the winning effort.
The Under-17 Boys final between DPS MIHAN and DPS Kamptee Road ended 1-1 at full time. Aditya Khambre scored for DPS MIHAN and Saish Lanjewar found the net for DPS Kamptee Road. DPS MIHAN triumphed 2-1 on penalties, with Bhavya Turkar and Arnav Uprade converting their penalties.
Individual honours: Under-12 Boys, Player of the Tournament Sankalp Temburne (Bhavan's Ashti), Best Goalkeeper Shaurya Kohle (Bhavan's Trimurti Nagar). Under-14 Boys, Player of the Tournament Laksh Meshram (DPS MIHAN), Best Goalkeeper Aditya Bang. Under-17 Girls, Player of the Tournament Aarya Thakre (DPS Lava), Best Goalkeeper Adhya Lakudkar (DPS MIHAN). Under-17 Boys, Player of the Tournament Shashank Singh (DPS Kamptee Road), Best Goalkeeper Rudra Shende (DPS MIHAN).
Dr. Stanley Gregory, Secretary, Nagpur District Football Association, was the Chief Guest for the closing ceremony. Head of the Department of Sports Abhilash Bhusari and his team ensured the tournament's successful conduct.
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