34th Junior National Throwball Championship – 2024: Telangana Teams Shine with Bronze Medals

Hyderabad, 7th October 2024 ( Wake up telangana ) 

The 34th Junior National Throwball Championship 2024, held at the University College of Science, Saifabad, Hyderabad, concluded on a high note with thrilling matches and a strong performance by the Telangana teams. The championship was organized by the Telangana Throwball Association and witnessed intense competition from across the nation.

In a remarkable feat, the Telangana Boys and Girls teams both secured bronze medals in their respective categories. The event was graced by several dignitaries, including the chief guest, Dr. Subeer Khan, Managing Director of SSMPE, alongside Mr. Naresh Mann, Secretary General of the Throwball Federation of India, and Sai Krishna, CEO of Budds Buddy.

Medal Winners:

• Gold Medals: Delhi Boys and Girls teams
• Silver Medals: Tamil Nadu Boys and Girls teams
• Bronze Medals: Telangana Boys and Girls teams

Telangana's Path to Bronze:

In the boys’ category, Telangana displayed excellent teamwork as they triumphed over Madhya Pradesh in the third-place play-off with a commanding score of 15-09, 15-11. The girls’ team also put up a strong performance, defeating Kerala in their play-off with scores of 15-11, 15-13, securing their place on the podium.

Semifinal Results:

Girls' Category:

• 1st Semi-Final: Delhi defeated Telangana 15-13, 15-09.
• 2nd Semi-Final: Tamil Nadu defeated Kerala 15-11, 12-15, 17-15.

Boys' Category:

• 1st Semi-Final: Delhi defeated Telangana 15-12, 15-13.
• 2nd Semi-Final: Tamil Nadu defeated Madhya Pradesh 15-11, 15-13.

Finals:

Girls' Final:

• Delhi defeated Tamil Nadu 15-08, 15-10 to clinch the gold medal.

Boys' Final:

• Delhi triumphed over Tamil Nadu 13-15, 15-11, 15-09, securing their place at the top of the podium.

Valedictory Function:

The valedictory function marked the closing of a highly competitive tournament. Chief Guest Dr. Subeer Khan, along with esteemed guests, praised the athletes for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the event. He congratulated the winners and commended the Telangana Throwball Association for hosting a successful championship.

Looking Forward:

The 34th Junior National Throwball Championship not only highlighted the talent and skill of young throwball players across India but also served as a platform for fostering sportsmanship and team spirit. The Telangana teams’ impressive performance is a testament to the growing popularity of throwball in the region, and the state's athletes are poised to achieve greater success in the coming years.

As the championship came to a close, players, coaches, and officials eagerly looked ahead to future competitions, hoping to build on the momentum generated by this year’s exciting tournament.