Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 11: St Aloysius Gonzaga School celebrated its Annual Sports Day for classes VI to XII on November 3 at Mangala Stadium, Mangaluru, with great enthusiasm and splendour. The event was graced by Padma Shri awardee and former Indian cricketer Syed Mujtaba Hussain Kirmani, who served as the chief guest, and Fr Melwin Joseph Pinto SJ, rector of St Aloysius Institutions, who presided over the ceremony.

The day began with a disciplined march-past, flag hoisting, and house inspection that reflected precision, unity, and pride. The school choir and dance team invoked divine blessings through a graceful prayer dance. The torch relay and the oath of sportsmanship set the tone for a day of healthy competition and camaraderie.

In his inspiring address, Kirmani urged students to embrace sports as a way to build confidence, character, and a healthy mind, while Fr Melwin Joseph Pinto SJ motivated them to persevere with determination and participate with joy and integrity. Fr Rohan D’Almeida SJ, principal, welcomed the gathering and encouraged students to uphold the true spirit of sportsmanship.

The event featured a variety of track and field events; sprints, relays, long jump, high jump, and throws, that showcased the athletic talent and enthusiasm of the students. The atmosphere was filled with cheers as participants gave their best in every event.

The overall championship of the Sports Meet 2025 was won by yellow house followed by blue house as the runners-up. Individual champions were recognized across categories from classes VI to XII for their outstanding performances.

The valedictory ceremony brought the day to a fitting close, with the distribution of medals and certificates to the winners. The Annual Sports Day 2025 was a grand success, a vibrant celebration of teamwork, enthusiasm, and perseverance that truly reflected the Gonzaga spirit.