Shivaji Nagar Gymkhana Court, September 24, 2024 – In an exhilarating conclusion to the District Sports Organization (DSO) Basketball Tournament held on Monday, the LAD College girls emerged as the Under-19 champions after a nail-biting final against Ambedkar College, clinching the victory with a score of 29-28.
The match showcased intense competition, with LAD securing the first quarter 9-8. However, Ambedkar College fought back to dominate the second quarter, leaving LAD trailing by a narrow margin with a score of 2-0. With renewed determination in the second half, LAD turned the game around, scoring 7-4 in the third quarter and 11-7 in the final quarter. Manjiri Padhye led the LAD attack with 11 points, supported by Mitali Kohale, who contributed 7 points. On the other side, Shrija Lambat (11 points) and Meehira Dhote (7 points) put in valiant efforts for Ambedkar but fell just short of claiming the title.
In the Under-17 final, BVM Shrikrishna Nagar dominated the court with a convincing 16-4 victory over Sanjuba High School. Vritti Punekar was a standout player for BVM, scoring 7 points, while Harshita Choubey added 4 points to solidify their win.
Both matches exhibited the skill and determination of young athletes, marking a successful DSO Basketball Tournament at Shivaji Nagar Gymkhana