Kalikiri Sainik School wins South Zone Hockey Tourney
The tournament featured teams from four prominent Sainik Schools — Amaravathinagar, Kalikiri, Kazhakootam, and Kodagu. In a tightly contested final, Kalikiri edged past host school Kodagu with a 1-0 win, marking their first-ever title in the newly introduced girls' hockey division.
Cadet Shrestha from Kalikiri was adjudged the Best Player of the Tournament, showcasing exceptional skill and leadership on the field.
With this win, Sainik School (Kalikiri) will go on to represent the South Zone (Group H) in the All-India Sainik Schools Hockey Tournament scheduled next month.
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