Bantwal: Modankap Cricket Friends organizes Humanity Cup 2k18 for a noble cause
By: A J D’Souza
Bellevision Media Network
Bantwal, 12 Dec: Modankap Cricket Friends organized Humanity Cup 2K18, with a view of uniting cricket lovers of parishioners from across Mangaluru diocese, at S V S School grounds, here, on Sunday, December 9.
It was organized to lend a helping hand to Humanity Trust, run by enterprising youngster Roshan from Belman parish, an unsung hero who is responsible behind many charity works regardless of religion/caste/ political barriers of beneficiaries.
The event started with a brief prayer led by James Sequeira. Sixteen selected teams took part in it. Nawaz, Aziz, Prashanth and Robin Baretto served as umpires, Joy Menezes was the commentator and Gipson the scorer.
The closing ceremony was led by Jessica D’Souza and Annette D’Souza.
Pranam Kumar, branch manager of Vijaya Bank - Kalladka, Derrick D’Souza, branch anager of Vijaya Bank - Virajpet, Valerian Crasta, proprietor of DJ Melody, Edwin D’Cunha, proprietor of Glow Decorators were the guests of honour.
Francis Saldanha, Konkani writer, a social activist and proprietor of Santhosh Caterer was the chief guest of the occasion.
Francis Saldanha delivered a motivational talk to the youths and appreciated them for taking this kind step in making difference in the life of the needy.
The prizes bagged were Man of the Match - Valerian from Fajir, Best Batsman - Joel from Fajir, Best Bowler - Vishwas from Permannur, Man of the Series - Shawn from Permannur. The winners trophy was bagged by Fajir Team and Runners up trophy by Permannur Team. The event went on a smooth flow. Deepak Pinto, James Sequeira and Robin Baretto coordinated the event.