Media Release
Mangaluru, Oct 28: The Dakshina Kannada (DK) District Table Tennis Association, under the aegis of the Karnataka Table Tennis Association, organised the inter-school table tennis tournament at St Theresa’s School, Bendur, Mangaluru, on October 25.
The tournament was inaugurated by Sr Lourdes, principal of St Theresa’s School. She was joined by Gowtham Shetty, president of the Dakshina Kannada District Table Tennis Association, and Ashwin Kumar Padukone, secretary of the Association. The event aimed at promoting sportsmanship, discipline, and competitive spirit among young aspiring players of the district.
The day witnessed intense and exciting matches, with students displaying commendable skill, focus, and determination across various categories.
Results
Under-17 girls
1st place – St Theresa’s School, Bendur
2nd place – Vidyadayinee High School, Surathkal
3rd place – St Agnes School, Mangaluru
3rd place – St Mary’s School, Kinnigoli
Under-17 boys
1st place – Little Rock Indian School, Brahmavar
2nd place – Milagres English Medium School, Kallianpur
3rd place – St Theresa’s School, Bendur
3rd place – Mount Carmel Central School, Mangaluru
Under-14 girls
1st place – Mount Carmel Central School, Mangaluru
2nd place – Milagres English Medium School, Kallianpur
3rd place – St Theresa’s School, Bendur
3rd place – St Aloysius Gonzaga School, Mangaluru
Under-14 boys
1st place – St Theresa’s School, Bendur
2nd place – Milagres English Medium School, Kallianpur
3rd place – Little Rock Indian School, Brahmavar
3rd place – St Aloysius Gonzaga School, Mangaluru
The prize distribution ceremony was conducted by Dr Rohan Monis of Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences and Dr Joylene D’Almeida of Father Muller Medical College. Both dignitaries congratulated the winners and appreciated the efforts of all participants, encouraging them to continue honing their skills in sports.
The tournament concluded on an enthusiastic note, with special appreciation to the organisers, coaches, officials, and volunteers whose collective efforts ensured the smooth conduct of the event.