Chris Infotainment

Rugby Tag Carnival Celebrates Unity and Talent in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka witnessed an exciting display of teamwork, skill, and spirit at the ninth edition of the 'C' Rugby Tag Carnival. The event, held on August 30 at the CR&FC Grounds in Colombo, brought together students from various schools to compete in a highly anticipated competition. Among the standout performances was the combined old boys and girls team of Vidyartha College and Pushpadana Girls' School, who emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win against Science/Girls' High School Mount Lavinia. The final match was a tense affair, with both teams showcasing strong defensive strategies and cohesive teamwork. Over 2,500 spectators gathered to cheer on the participants, creating an electrifying atmosphere that highlighted the growing popularity of rugby tag in the region. Team Achievements and Highlights In addition to the Cup Championship, several other teams secured notable victories. The Plate Championshi...

Kenyan Teams Advance to FEASSSA Finals Several Kenyan teams have made their way to the finals of the Federation of East African Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) championships. These teams have demonstrated strong performances across various sports, securing their spots in the upcoming final matches. In the handball category, St Luke’s Kimilili emerged victorious in their semi-final against Uganda’s Bombo Army with a score of 33-27. The match took place at the Masinde Murilo University of Science and Technology on Thursday afternoon. Kimilili, coached by Fernwick Opicho, will now face defending champions Adegi from Rwanda in the final. Adegi defeated Kenya’s Highway Secondary with a score of 23-13 to reach the finals. St Luke’s Kimilili’s chief principal, Innocent Siro, expressed confidence in their ability to win this year. “We lost to this team last year in Uganda, but this time, we have put strategies in place on how to handle them. We want this trophy to remain in K...

Titans Triumph in SCLPS Laxmanbhai Construction Premier League Season Two The Titans emerged victorious in the SCLPS Laxmanbhai Construction Premier League Season Two, securing the championship title with a commanding performance against the Mahadev Strikers. The final match took place on a Friday night at the Shree Cutchi Leva Patel grounds, where the Titans showcased their strength and determination to clinch an impressive eight-wicket victory. The team's captain, Niraj Patel, expressed his satisfaction with the overall performance of the squad. He praised the players for their resilience and commitment throughout the tournament, highlighting that the win was a result of hard work and strategic planning. Patel emphasized that the victory was not just a personal achievement but a collective effort by the entire team. In the final encounter, the Titans demonstrated exceptional bowling skills, restricting the Mahadev Strikers to a modest total of 76 runs in 18.3 overs. This remar...

Nigeria's Scrabble Team Heads to Kenya for Pan African Youth Championship The Nigeria Scrabble Federation has announced the selection of Sufyan Olojoku as the captain of Team Nigeria for the upcoming Pan African Youth Scrabble Championship. The event is set to take place in Kenya later this month and will bring together young talents from across the continent. The Nigerian team consists of 10 players, who will compete against approximately 150 participants from 11 different countries. This competition is a significant platform for emerging Scrabble stars, offering them an opportunity to showcase their skills on a continental stage. Sufyan Olojoku will be competing in the U-19 category, which is one of the two age groups featured at the championship. The event is scheduled to run from August 14 to 17 at Brighton International School in Syokimau, Machakos County, Kenya. The Nigerian team is expected to depart for the competition on Monday, traveling aboard Asky Airlines from Lagos...