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Sports
Sikkim Opens Dr T Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship 2026 with Victory
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 02:01 AM
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The Sikkim junior girls’ football side recorded a win in their opening match of the Dr T Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship 2026.
The Dr T Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship 2026 began this week, bringing together the country’s top junior female football squads for a multi‑day competition. The tournament, named after the late football administrator Dr T Ao, is a key platform for scouting emerging talent at the grassroots level.
Representing Sikkim, the junior girls’ team opened their campaign with a victory, signalling a promising start to the championship. The win not only boosted the morale of the young athletes but also highlighted the growing strength of football development programs in the state.
Coaches and officials noted that the early success could serve as a springboard for Sikkim’s players as they aim to progress further in the tournament and attract attention from national selectors. The championship will continue over the next few days, featuring matches across various states.
Representing Sikkim, the junior girls’ team opened their campaign with a victory, signalling a promising start to the championship. The win not only boosted the morale of the young athletes but also highlighted the growing strength of football development programs in the state.
Coaches and officials noted that the early success could serve as a springboard for Sikkim’s players as they aim to progress further in the tournament and attract attention from national selectors. The championship will continue over the next few days, featuring matches across various states.