Teachers and students of Government High School Bayavü, Kohima, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima on March 26.
Kohima, March 26 (MExN): Government High School Bayavü conducted its 61st Annual Sports Meet from March 24 to 26 at the school campus and Indira Gandhi Stadium.
During the three-day event, students competed in track and field events including 100m and 200m races, 4x100m relay, high jump and long jump, along with football, penalty shootout, tug of war, arm wrestling, carrom and chess for senior categories. Sub-junior events featured musical chairs, balloon bursting, face-the-cookie and sweet biting.
Red House was declared the overall champion, followed by Blue House as runners-up. Yellow and Green Houses secured third and fourth positions respectively. The GHS Bayavü Football Trophy was won by Yellow House, with Blue House finishing as runners-up. Certificates, medals and gift hampers were distributed to the winners.
According to an update from the school, Vedusa, Assistant Headmaster of the school, addressed the inaugural function and described the meet as one of the most awaited events in a student’s life. He said that sports bring people together, fostering teamwork, respect and passion, and drew parallels with global sporting events such as the Olympic Games.
He stated that beyond competition, sports help shape character by instilling discipline, leadership and resilience, while also contributing to social change by advocating equality and justice. “On this field, you will learn lessons no classroom can teach- the value of hard work, the courage to face challenges, and the humility to accept both victory and defeat,” he said.
He urged participants to give their best not just to win but to grow, while maintaining honesty, integrity and sportsmanship. He added that success is measured not only by results but by determination and respect for others.
The inaugural programme was led by E. Pangmong of Class X, while the oath-taking ceremony was administered by Rangbey Khoubve of Class IX.
The meet was organised by the school’s Sports Committee led by Physical Education Teacher Kecubole, along with teachers Keneingusa Rüpreo and Rüguotsolie.
