Media Release
Mangaluru, Aug 17: Father Muller Charitable Institutions successfully organised the Independence Tournament 2026, PU-level intercollegiate sports tournament featuring men’s Kabaddi and women’s Throwball, on August 13 at the Father Muller Indoor Stadium, Mangaluru.
The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from PU colleges across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. More than 16 men’s Kabaddi teams and 8 women’s Throwball teams participated in the tournament. All the matches were conducted at the Father Muller Indoor Stadium, which provided an excellent air-conditioned indoor sporting facility for the participants.
The programme was effectively compered by Chandrashekhara S N, physical education director, Father Muller Medical College, who coordinated the programme proceedings and ensured the smooth conduct of the inauguration, tournament activities, prize distribution and closing ceremony.
Inauguration ceremony
The inauguration ceremony was held at the Father Muller Indoor Stadium. The programme was presided over by Fr Faustine Lucas Lobo, director, Father Muller Charitable Institutions.
The chief guest and organising secretary was Dr Michael Santhumayor, administrator, Father Muller Medical College.
The dignitaries welcomed the participating teams and appreciated the efforts taken by Father Muller Charitable Institutions to provide a platform for young students to develop their sporting talents, discipline, teamwork and competitive spirit.
Women’s Throwball Results
After a series of exciting and competitive matches, the following teams secured the top positions:
1. First Place – Govinda Dasa PU College
2. Second Place – Dr. N. S. A. M PU College
3. Third Place – Padua PU College
4. Fourth Place – Milagres PU College
Individual Awards – Throwball
- Best Player of the Tournament: Shrushti Jain – Dr. Nitte PU College
- Best Server: Amulya – Govinda Dasa PU College
- Best All-rounder: Shanvi Shetty – Govinda Dasa PU College
Men’s Kabaddi Results
The Men’s Kabaddi tournament also witnessed highly competitive matches, with teams displaying excellent skill, strength, teamwork and sportsmanship.
1. First Place – Sebastian PU College
2. Second Place – BEM PU College
3. Third Place – Boscoss PU College
4. Fourth Place – Ramakrishna PU College
Individual Awards – Kabaddi
- Best Raider: Afif – Sebastian PU College
- Best Catcher: Alishan – Sebastian PU College
- Best All-rounder: Ranjith – BEM PU College
Prize Distribution Ceremony
The prize distribution ceremony was held at the Father Muller Indoor Stadium following the completion of the tournament.
The prizes, trophies and individual awards were presented by the organising chairman, Dr Michael Santhumayor administrator, Father Muller Medical College. The winners, runners-up and individual award recipients were congratulated for their outstanding performances.
Closing Ceremony
The closing ceremony marked the successful conclusion of the Independence Tournament 2026. The organisers appreciated the participation and cooperation of all the colleges, players, coaches, officials, referees, volunteers and staff members who contributed to the smooth conduct of the tournament.
The tournament provided a valuable opportunity for PU-level students from Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts to showcase their sporting abilities and develop team spirit, discipline, leadership, confidence and sportsmanship.
Father Muller Charitable Institutions expressed its commitment to continuing to encourage young sporting talents and to provide quality sporting opportunities and facilities for students in the region.
The Independence Tournament 2026 concluded successfully with great enthusiasm and sporting spirit, leaving a memorable experience for all participating institutions and students.