Report: Dynet Fremcitha Fernandes
Pics: Rakesh D’souza – Souza Digitals
Muscat, Jan 29: The Mangalorean Catholic Centre of the Parish (MCCP – Sts Peter and Paul Church - Ruwi) successfully organized its 23rd annual sports day for its members and their families on Friday January, 23 at the Wadi Kabir Sports Ground under the leadership and guidance of president Prescilla Menezes and the executive committee members of Team 23.
A combination of three spectacular sports - cricket, volleyball and throwball were played by at least 250 members with the remaining members of their families motivating and cheering them.
All arrangements were made in a way so convenient for any member to be pleased. The enjoyable and memorable day started with registration counters that opened at 9 am sharp handled by executive members Shyla Machado, Flavia Castelino, Neslin Moras accompanied by the experienced registration desk volunteers. Early birds registration was the excitement for both old and new members to flock in, for an exciting chance to enter the lucky draw.
Alongside hot tea and coffee with mouthwatering sumptuous breakfast consisting of idlis, vadas and sambar with chutney were completely dedicated at providing the best refreshments, catered by Blue Pot Caterers managed by Kiran. Simultaneously, Dynet, a known multi-talented youth in the community showed up with her new hidden talent of managing the music. During the day budding talent Andril assisted DJ Dynet.
Suraj Rebello with Dolly Gomes, the sporting specialists of the community, kick-started with a brief explanation and teams formation, along with Dolly, the sporting manager. The duo complimented each other to plan and execute the entire day’s event bang on time. Host Praveen Niddodi, a new face on MCCP platform, kept each and every person at the venue entertained.
The inauguration was initiated at 11:30 am by Praveen Niddodi in his flawless, humourous flow of mother tongue Konkani. The inauguration was done in a unique manner with the MCCP-Muscat cutout with the logo 'Save Konkani, Create Novel Society’ being attached to the tri-colour helium balloons to give the celebration flavor of Indian Republic Day, and let into the air. This part of the programme was graced by our known senior and pious member of MCCP Denis Mascarenhas, the managing director of Prestige Project LLC, who generously supported the community event.
The inauguration began with a very meaningful prayer by the spiritual secretary Flavia Castelino. Welcome note, proposed by vice-president - sports and finance Edward Mendonca, brought in a warm sensation in the hearts of the gathered.
The most-awaited stress buster game, cricket in the men’s category started at 12 noon, divided into four teams namely Omzoorche Bokul, Bendoorche Vandor, Perlache Tharle, Byndoorche Gaindole. The ladies did not shy away from hitting the ball, roll and run to catch a hit. The exuberant teams were Panglache Ponpale, Vitlachi Mutlim.
Not to be left behind, kids below 6th standard played hit the wicket in two teams - Kuloorche Zalaryo and Gurpurche Moos - under the guidance of coach / team managers Ivan Misquith and Jason Andrade. The kids expressed happy faces and some tremendous spirit.
The matches were even more exciting thanks to the lovely interactive humour-filled commentary in Konkani by Praveen Niddodi, Flavy D'Souza and Lancy Lobo.
Right after the sixes and strikers was the smashing and tossing, the game of volleyball played by 48 men. The five teams that participated were were Ammembolche Almbie, Cordelche Madiyo, Pernalche Miryaam, Kodiyalche Kelmbe, and Kundapurche Naarl.
Food was served with grace led by executive member general secretary Shyla Machado. The opulent delicious traditional food was catered by Wilber managing, the only Mangalorean specialty restaurant, and the lunch was sponsored by Denise Mascarenhas.
At 5:30 pm sharp began the war of the females in the game of throwball. Face-off between 4 teams - Barkurchim Girbujiyo, Urwachim Parve, Karkolchim Kurlyiim, Bondelchim Bathyo - were played outstandingly by the women.
The breakfast and snacks were sponsored by an ardent MCCP Mangalorean, Dilip Correa and family.
Exceptional team work was shown by all the teams. Suraj Rebello and Dolly Gomes, an incomparable duo took care of all three team sports with such enthusiasm just in 12 hours. The superb time management was possible because of their scrupulous execution.
At 7:30 pm began the prize distribution ceremony which started with introduction of the chief guest Balaji Srinivasan, the founder, CEO and managing director of Towell Engineering group, one of the main sponsors for this year. Introduction was addressed by the vibrant and youngest executive member Neslin Moras, community services secretary, followed by inspiring words from the chief guest and adding value to it was sharing by the president.
The vote of thanks was proposed by our talented sports secretary Lynel Lobo who himself is a sports idol to all. All supporters of the event and sponsors were recognized with special mementos.
For the first time in the MCCP history, the exemplary sports achievements of the following talented members were recognized at the national level:
Lynel Lobo - won the championship in cricket tournament – Oman Cricket Club – ‘G’ Group - captain.
AjithD’Costa – A2 level accredited umpire in cricket, the one and only Mangalorean in Oman among the 16.
Priyanka Mendonca - Only Mangalorean girl playing for Oman nationaal team
Michelle Quadras – Represented National Badminton Championship in Hyderabad
Medals and trophies were given by the chief guest Balaji Srinivasan and Sujatha Srinivasan who shared the dais. Stanley Fernandes, core team member, and Dilip Correa also shared the dais and felicitated the volunteers who toiled for the success of the sports day in an orderly and methodical manner.
The event photography was covered by Rakesh D’Souza of Souza Digitals. Due to the unexpected demise of the King of Saudi Arabia and the unforeseen after effects, the entertainment had to be curtailed and was maintained on a low profile to mark respect that was being observed by the entire nation.
The complete event was well handled. All’s well that ends well…The fun packed day ended at 8:30 pm with all members walking away with little goody bags. The participants were given a cap and a hand band to manage the hot sun, sponsored by Michael Pinto – Ideal Tailors. MCCP was cautious and took all measures to avoid any injuries during the day. Free health checkup sponsored by Aster Poly Clinic and Ibn Sina Pharmacy added value to the event as almost every person present utilized the opportunity.
Sponsorship was one of the main reasons for the success of the event. The sponsors of the event in cash or kind were:
Main sponsors of the year:
1. Balaji Srinivasan, CEO, managing director, Towell Group of Companies.
2. Gerald D’Souza, Hi Tech Inspection Services.
Co-sponsors:
1. Vincent Machado and family.
2. Prasad, Gemini Trading.
Event sponsors in cash and kind:
1. Denis Mascarenhas, Prestige Projects Engineering Supplies LLC -- lunch sponsor.
2. Dilip Correa, Sky United Logistics - breakfast and snacks sponsor - supplied by Kiran, Blue Pot Trading LLC and Sadiq.
3. Unilever - Tea, coffee and gifts.
4. Dolphy Vaz - Water cups.
5. Wilfred Castelino - Pokari from Muscat Pharmacy.
6. Remy Lobo - Ibn Sina Pharmacy – Goody bag items and health checkup program.
7. Michael Pinto - Ideal Tailors and Textiles - Caps.
8. Muscat Pharmacy - Goody bag items
9. National Detergent Company - - Goody bag items
10. Sweets of Oman - Chocolates
11. Oasis Oman – for water
12. Al Manahal Water – Fredrick Ignitius
13. Eula Pinto – T-shirts
14. Sound System : Walter Mendonca, managed by AlwynMendonca.
15. Photography - Ivan D’Souza and Rakesh Rakesh D’souza
16. First aid and health checkup programme - Aster Al- Raffa Hospital
17. Rafael Quadras – Zaharath Al-Rawda Printing Press.
The organizer conveyed special thanks to Ophilia Lazarus, Nirmala Goveas, Clifford Castelino and Philomena Mendonca.
The floor management that was very well handled by the strong shoulders of team 23, Ivan, internal auditor and Stephen, honorary treasurer. The vice president - cultural, spiritual and CS Mariete Fernandes, though was absent on the event day, left an impression with her efforts in planning and preparing the event for a methodical execution. The core team, previous year's executive committee members and not to forget the families of the executive members were sportive and supportive at every instance and made this event impeccably executable.
Event Management Support:
Registration Counters:
1. Shaila D’Souza
2. Celine Pinto
3. Anitha Lobo
4. Prenitha Monteiro.
Umpire - Ajith Ivan D’costa
Refrees:
1. Jason
2. Rolson
Commentary Box :
1. Praveen Niddodi
2. Flavy D’souza
3. Lancy Lobo
Scorers:
1. Alistar Pinto
2. Roland Fernandes
3. Ronald
4. John Mathias
Volunteers:
1.Deepak Misquith
2.Sharon Alva
3.Jason Andrade
The MCCP members once again proved their calibre and skillful execution with this event. They coordinated as a team, planned and executed conscientiously.
Results
Cricketing with kids - below 6th Standard - Hitting the Wicket
Winners:
Anisha D’costa
Nikhil Noronha
Joan
Rochelle Correa
Arush D’souza
Tania Saldanha
Nihaal Noronha
Jeslin D’souza
Gloria Barboza
Children's Cricket:
Winners: Gurpurche Moos.
Ryan D’souza -Captain
Aaron Saldanha
Gail Castelino
Lestor Monis
Craig Mathias
Nathasha Noronha
Darren Lewis
Jeslin Pinto
Rishon D’souza
Runners up:Kuloorche Zalaryo
Neil Castelino– Captain
Calvin Machado
Rishitha Picardo
Andril Lobo
Rochelle Quadros
Lizy Barboza
Shane Menezes
Calida Machado
Reia Correa
Tanish Saldanha
Special Boundary Catch by: Shane Menezes
Ladies Cricket:
Winners : Team Name –Panglache Ponpale
Shyla Machado -Captain
Michelle Quadros
Shalet Noronha
Trecilla Menezes
Philomena Mendonca
Anitha Lobo
Flavia D’souza
Cicilia D’souza
Monica D’souza
Gracy Barboza
Reshma D’costa
Agnes Picardo
Lucy Sequiera
Rebecca D’souza
Michelle Gonsalves
Relitsa Correa
Cynthia D’souza
Runners up: Team Name - Vitlachi Mutlin
Flavia Castelino- Captain
Priyanka Mendonca
Priya Quadros
Jessy Perreira
Janet D’souza
Jacintha Mathias
Violet Lobo
Janet Rodrigues
Celin Pinto
Prenitha Monteiro
Leena Monis
Helen sequiera
Aslita D’souza
Rochelle Lobo
Jenilda Mathias
Elveera D’souza
Meera Saldanha
Men’s Cricket :
Winners: Team Name – Bendoorche Vandor
Lynel Lobo – Captain
Ajith Valdar
Jaison Andrade
Deepak Misquith
Nathan Bennett
Roland Fernandes
Noel Machado
Criston Rodrigues
Lancy Lobo
Nevin Mathias
Rajesh Mascarenhas
Felix D’souza
Ryan
Hancy
George
Runners up: Team Name -Omzoorche Bokul
Edward Mendonca --Captain
Antony Miranda
Alfred Owin
VishanthD’souza
Deepak D’souza
Avinash Lobo
Alistar Pinto
Joyson Rodrigues
Sharon Alva
Alphonse Rodrigues
Fedrick Mathias
Stany D’cunha
Special Boundary Catch by – Fedrick Mathias
Ladies Throwball :
Winners: BondelchimBathyo
Flavia Castelino- Captain
Shalet Noronha
Anitha Lobo
Priya Quadros
Gracy Barboza
Jecintha Pereira
Celin Pinto
Zeena D’souza
Leena Monis
Best player of the day - Zeena D’souza
Runners Up: KarkolchimKurlyiim
ShylaMachado - Captain
Frenita Monteiro
Monica D’souza
Jecintha Mathias
Helen Sequiera
Reshma D’costa
Shanthi Noronha
Meera Saldanha
Janet D’souza
Jessy Pereira
Men’s Volley Ball:
Winners: Kodiyalche Kelmbe,
Ivan D’souza – Captain
Henvin D’souza
Nevil Mathias
Vishanth
Ajith D’costa
Henson
Peter D’souza
Sunil D’souza
Best Player of the day – Henvin D’souza
Runners up: Kundapurche Naarl
Stephen Rodrigues – Captain
Deepak Dsouza
George
Wilferd Castelino
Paul D’souza
Roland Fernandes
Darren
Antony Miranda
Stany Menezes
Wilson D’souza
The forthcoming event is the 23rd Annual Drawing Competition slated on February 14, on a very noted day for sharing love, Valentines Day. The theme of the drawing competition is to portray one's homeland and life that can be imbibed with the theme of love.