Meghalaya Athletic Meet: East Khasi Hills emerges as Overall Champion

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaMay 24, 2024

The State Level Inter-School Athletic Meet, spanning three days at the Sports Authority of India (SAI), STC, NEHU, Shillong, concluded on Friday with vibrant enthusiasm and a strong display of sportsmanship.

Organized by the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, in collaboration with the Meghalaya Athletics Association, the event aimed to identify and nurture athletic talent from block to district and state levels, with the ultimate goal of producing athletes capable of competing at national and international levels.

The ceremony was graced by Matsiewdor War Nongbri, IAS, Secretary Revenue and Disaster Department, Government of Meghalaya, as the Chief Guest. Others present were K Passah, Assistant Director, Department of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya, John F. Kharshiing, Working President, Meghalaya State Olympics Association (MSOA); Col Omkar Singh, Registrar, NEHU; Darlene Khonglam, Sports Officer; Finely Pariat, Secretary, Meghalaya Athletics Association and Australian Olympian Ian Campbell

District Sports Officers (DSOs) and Technical Officials of the Athletic Federation of India (AFI) were also present.

The event, held from May 22nd to May 24th, featured seven track events and five field events. A total of 809 athletes, including 397 boys and 412 girls, along with 36 team officials, participated. Competitors represented their respective districts in three age categories: Under-14, Under-16, and Under-18, for both boys and girls.

In her speech, Matsiewdor War Nongbri highlighted the significance of such events in promoting athletic excellence and developing sports infrastructure. She urged the athletes to utilize their talents and the training they receive to grow and excel in their respective sports.

East Khasi Hills District emerged as the overall champion of the State Level Inter-School Athletic Meet 2024, securing 12 gold medals, 6 silver, and 3 bronze.

Results Summary

Overall Champion:
East Khasi Hills District: 12 Gold, 6 Silver, 3 Bronze (21 total medals)

Runner-Up Teams: Girls’ Category
West Jaintia Hills: 5 Gold, 4 Silver, 5 Bronze (14 total medals)

Champion Team Girls:
East Khasi Hills: 8 Gold, 4 Silver, 2 Bronze (14 total medals)

Runner’s Up Teams: Boys’ Category
West Jaintia Hills: 4 Gold, 8 Silver, 2 Bronze (14 total medals)

Champion Team Boys:
East Jaintia Hills: 7 Gold, 1 Silver, 7 Bronze (15 total medals)

Top Performers by District:

• East Khasi Hills: 12 Gold, 6 Silver, 3 Bronze (21 total medals)
• East Jaintia Hills: 10 Gold, 2 Silver, 10 Bronze (22 total medals)
• West Jaintia Hills: 9 Gold, 12 Silver, 7 Bronze (28 total medals)
• South Garo Hills: 9 Gold, 4 Silver, 3 Bronze (16 total medals)
• Ri Bhoi: 4 Gold, 8 Silver, 10 Bronze (22 total medals)

Best Athletes:

• Under-14 Girls: Amandy Rumnong, East Khasi Hills (60M, 635 Pts)
• Under-14 Boys: Rikangku D Sangma, South Garo Hills (Shot Put, 711 Pts)
• Under-16 Girls: Sibilda Maring, Ri Bhoi (High Jump, 716 Pts)
• Under-16 Boys: Saidul Ali, East Jaintia Hills (Long Jump, 685 Pts)
• Under-18 Girls: Eliciana Lyngdoh, East Khasi Hills (Long Jump, 633 Pts)
• Under-18 Boys: Henry Yoga A Sangma, East Khasi Hills (200M, 720 Pts)

Detailed Results

Track Events:
Under-16 Boys 100M

1. Ribait Bang – East Jaintia Hills – 11.76 – Gold
2. Joshua Makri – Ri Bhoi – 11.85 – Silver
3. Saidul Ali – East Jaintia Hills – 11.90 – Bronze

Under-16 Boys Medley Relay

1. East Khasi Hills Team – 2:11.21 – Gold

• Savio Surin
• Alberto Rynshon
• Alexander Rynjah
• Lalbiakdika

2. West Jaintia Hills Team – 2:12.11 – Silver

• Mideman Lamare
• Acharan Talang
• Shalanki Dkhar
• Erickson Shylla

3. East Jaintia Hills Team – 2:12.16 – Bronze

• Mechanki Ryngklem
• Wanchan Ryngklem
• Ribait Bang
• Saidul Ali

Under-16 Girls 100M

1. Kasanchi Marak – East Khasi Hills – 13.99 – Gold
2. Cheamingname R Marak – North Garo Hills – 14.05 – Silver
3. Nikhel Kharbani – West Khasi Hills – 14.31 – Bronze

Under-16 Girls Medley Relay

1. East Khasi Hills Team – 2:36.42 – Gold

• Kasanchi Marak
• Rukini RT Dkhar
• Annaleen Christy Nongrum
• Enriyana Momin

2. South West Khasi Hills Team – 2:41.61 – Silver

• Latympang Lyngdoh Marshilong
• Ibandariakor Nongsiej
• Fairly Jones Syiemlieh
• Maphibapynkmen Marngar

3. West Jaintia Hills Team – 2:44.43 – Bronze

• Daphi Dkhar
• Eiladki Ksoo
• Primadonna Sna
• Tyngkai I Man Pamsang

Under-18 Boys 100M

1. Henry Yoga A Sangma – East Khasi Hills – 11.67 – Gold
2. Dangiaidlynti Timung – Ri Bhoi – 11.79 – Silver
3. Lawanphrang Lyngdoh Mawnai – Eastern West Khasi Hills – 11.88 – Bronze

Under-18 Boys 1500M

1. Rishanmehi Ryngklem – East Jaintia Hills – 4:27.00 – Gold
2. Ram Shylla – West Jaintia Hills – 4:27.64 – Silver
3. Daemiryntihki Pakma – West Jaintia Hills – 4:28.43 – Bronze

Under-18 Boys 400M

1. Iohiksan Lyngdoh – West Jaintia Hills – 53.12 – Gold
2. Wanbha Dkhar – West Jaintia Hills – 53.20 – Silver
3. Damebansan Gareth P Rymbai – East Khasi Hills – 53.39 – Bronze

Under-18 Girls 100M

1. Pringchi R Marak – South Garo Hills – 14.03 – Gold
2. Phibakmen Rynghang – Ri Bhoi – 14.09 – Silver
3. Deigracia Dan – West Jaintia Hills – 14.16 – Bronze

Under-18 Girls 1500M

1. Wasaki Phawa – East Jaintia Hills – 5:34.93 – Gold
2. Banrikordor Ramsiej – South West Khasi Hills – 5:46.98 – Silver
3. Julida Rongpi – Ri Bhoi – 5:47.19 – Bronze

Under-18 Girls 400M

1. Ioris Syiem – West Khasi Hills – 1:07.20 – Gold
2. Daphawan Phawa – West Jaintia Hills – 1:08.16 – Silver
3. Iaishah Biangpor Sohiong – East Khasi Hills – 1:09.28 – Bronze

Field Events:
Under-14 Boys Javelin Throw

1. Gold: Rikangku D. Sangma (South Garo Hills) – 51.88 m
2. Silver: Jericko B. Marak (North Garo Hills) – 41.02 m
3. Bronze: Silran N. Sangma (East Garo Hills) – 40.63 m

Under-14 Boys Shot Put

1. Gold: Rikangku D. Sangma (South Garo Hills) – 13.10 m
2. Silver: Brean Doritch C. Marak (South Garo Hills) – 10.72 m
3. Bronze: Wonderson Manar (West Jaintia Hills) – 10.33 m

Under-16 Boys Long Jump

1. Gold: Saidul Ali (East Jaintia Hills) – 5.88 m
2. Silver: Donang Tengsim Ch. Marak (West Garo Hills) – 5.74 m
3. Bronze: Chesrang T. Sangma (North Garo Hills) – 5.69 m

Under-16 Girls Discus Throw

1. Gold: Ribha Chyrmang (East Jaintia Hills) – 17.95 m
2. Silver: Wailuti Lyngdoh (West Jaintia Hills) – 17.28 m
3. Bronze: Cheansadora R. Marak (North Garo Hills) – 17.25 m

Under-16 Girls High Jump

1. Gold: Sibilda Maring (Ri Bhoi) – 1.48 m
2. Silver: Darihunlang Lapang (Ri Bhoi) – 1.34 m
3. Bronze: Daffinia Dkhar (West Khasi Hills) – 1.34 m

Under-18 Girls Javelin Throw

1. Gold: Melibad Kro (East Khasi Hills) – 33.00 m
2. Silver: Nebaneka Sohphoh (West Khasi Hills) – 27.50 m
3. Bronze: Dimechi K. Sangma (North Garo Hills) – 24.93 m