The Nagaland Taekwondo Association secured 33 medals, including 13 gold, at the 2nd Meghalaya Open Taekwondo Championship held in Shillong.
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DIMAPUR — The Nagaland Taekwondo Association (NTA) delivered an impressive performance at the 2nd Meghalaya Open Taekwondo Championship held at Laban Sports Club in Shillong from May 15 to the 17th, securing a total of 33 medals.
A 38-member Nagaland contingent comprising athletes from Sports Academy Kohima, Chümoukedima District Taekwondo Association, Kohima District Taekwondo Association, and Wokha District Taekwondo Association participated in the championship, bringing home 13 gold, 12 silver, and eight bronze medals.
According to a DIPR report, the team was led by coaches Visabiu Peseyie and Santsuthung Ngullie, with Ram Bahadur serving as Team Manager and T Alem Aier accompanying the team as the state association official.
Nagaland’s gold medal winners were Kumchun Kikon (Under-18 kg), Shiusuthong (Under-38 kg), Mahei Nren (Under-23 kg), Shiuthong (Under-35 kg), Sudeh Lamliu (Under-33 kg), Huthuka Dennis Kinimi (Under-37 kg), Humuyo Chizo (Under-57 kg), Khunou P (Under-61 kg), Pauziehube Herie (Under-45 kg), Wonchibemo R Ngullie (Under-45 kg), S Bovito Chophy (Under-63 kg), Vilabizo Nagi (Under-73 kg), and Veisalu Dozo (Under-62 kg).
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Bronze medals were secured by Chumchanbeni L Tungoe, Vanya Leah Kinghen, Lichibeni R Lotha, Ajanthung A Ezung, Senjumbeni Y Kithan, Anguvika Jimomi, Elizabeth Ezung, and Menuovilie.
Adding to the team’s achievement, coach Visabiu Peseyie was conferred the Best Coach Award of the championship for his outstanding contribution and guidance.
The Nagaland Taekwondo Association acknowledged the director of the Department of Youth Resources and Sports, along with the presidents of the Kohima, Chümoukedima, and Wokha district associations, for their support and continued efforts in promoting sports among the younger generation.