Mangalore, July 20, 2013: The 17th Independence Cup Football Tournament organised by DK District Football Association was inaugurated at Nehru Maidan on July 20, Saturday by Fr Alwyn Serrao, Principal of Rosario College of Management.
In his address, Fr Serrao urged the participating teams to play the game with the true spirit of sportsmanship and with a healthy competitive spirit. He also lauded the DK District Football Association for successfully organizing the event since the past 17 years.
Govind Pai, Assistant General Manager, Corporation Bank and Diwaker, Corporator were present as chief guests.
Hussain Bolar, Secretary of the Association and other office bearers were present on the occasion. Nearly 160 teams are taking part in the event.