Media Release

Mangaluru, Mar 25: Badminton is a sport that is enjoyed by both the young and old. Be it playing in one's backyard or on a professional level, the sport is a full-body workout. As vibrant members of the ICYM Episcopal City Deanery, an inter-parish badminton tournament, 'ECD CUP 2021', will be held on April 18, for the Catholic community of Mangalore Diocese. The event will be held at Father Muller Indoor Stadium.

The event will serve as a platform for the Catholic community to come together and exhibit their talents. The tournament will also have age categories from 16 years to above 55. Members of various parishes of Mangalore diocese are invited to participate in the tournament.

Rules and Regulations of the tournament:

1. A minimum of eight entries are required for a given category (prize money will be reduced if any category has less than eight entries)

2. The last date for registration is April 10.

3. Knockout round.

4. Mavis 350 shuttle will be used.

5. Non-marking shoes are mandatory. The registrations done cannot be cancelled or transferred.

6. Organizers and referees' decision is final.

7. A player can participate in only one event.

8. Players should participate in their age category.

9. Mix doubles are not allowed.

10. The match fixtures will be communicated to all players by April 15.

11. The players must follow the COVID-19 protocol issued by the government.

12. Entry will be considered only upon payment of entry fees.

For registration and queries, kindly contact Sanjay D'Souza, convenor -- +91 8105177161