5th VICKRAM FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FOR SCHOOLS-2009

5th VICKRAM Football Championship for schools at district level was held  between 3rd and 4th December 2009. Nearly 20 schools participated from various districts. The inaugural function was held on 3rd December 2009, presided by Mr. R.Sadacharam,Secretary, Tamilnadu Football Association,Chennai. The Placement Officer, Mr.M.Ezhil Arasan,  welcomed the gathering. After that the Chief-Guest,Mr.R. Sadacharam gave a special address.In his speech he encouraged the players to play the game with sportsman spirit and stressed upon the need to involve oneself in sports activities for keeping oneself physically, mentally and socially fit. He also appreciated the Joint Secretary Mr. M.S Vikram  for conducting this event successfully for the past five years. After the conventional kick-Start of the ball by the Chief-Guest and the Chairman, the tournament started with the full swing.

On 4th December, Valedictory Function was held. Mr.A.Ganesan Asst.Commissioner of Police Madurai, presided over the function. The Principal Mr.M.Palanikumar welcomed the gathering.In his special address he appreciated the efforts taken by the management and the Physical Education Department for conducting the event successfully.The Chairman Mr.M.K.S Sreenivasan congratulated the players and encouraged them to be “Jack of all trades.” Final match was played between Subaiah Ambalam Matric School Karaikudi and Don Bosco Matric School Madurai.

5th Vickram Football Championship for Schools-2009 was won by Subaiah Ambalam Matric Higher secondary school karaikudi which was trained by the former Indian Football Player Mr.Raman Vijayan. The trophy was given by the Chief-Guest Mr.A.Ganesan.Cash prize of Rs.3000 was given to the winner and Rs.1500 was given to the Runner-Up team by the Chairman,Mr. M.K.S Sreenivasan.