Sports event concludes at St Soldier School

The final of the 13th Saint Soldier Football Tournament 2025 marked the grand culmination of a five-day sporting event hosted by Saint Soldier International School, Sector 28-B, Chandigarh. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from 14 leading school teams across the Tricity, offering a vibrant display of skill, discipline, and team spirit. The finale celebrated not just competition but camaraderie, as the host team secured a well-deserved victory over St John’s High School, Sector 26, Chandigarh, lifting the championship trophy amidst cheers and pride. Raj Pal Singh Hundal, Senior Superintendent of Police, Vigilance Bureau, Patiala Range, was the chief guest. Also in attendance were the school’s dignitaries — Chairman Ravinder Pal Singh Hayer, Director Jagwinderpal Singh Hayer, Adviser Vijaya Sidhu, and Principal Anisha Ghuman. During the prize distribution ceremony, the Best Defender award was presented to Abhimanyu, while Jobanpreet was honoured as the Best Goalkeeper for his remarkable contributions throughout the tournament. The Best Scorer title was awarded to Kartikey, who showcased exceptional skill by scoring six goals. All these individual honours were claimed by the host team, adding to the pride and glory of their tournament victory. The Runner-Up Trophy was awarded to St John’s High School, while the jubilant SSIS team lifted the Winner Trophy amidst loud cheers and celebration. The final match was also attended by alumni of the school, who returned to support their alma mater and added to the event’s festive atmosphere.