Daily Mirror. News. Hyderabad, August 5, 2024: The Crimson Inter-School Basketball  Championship Season 1 took place from August 2 to 4, 2024, at St. Michael’s School  in Alwal, Hyderabad. The Telangana Basketball Association  supported the event,  which saw impressive victories and participation  from 17 schools across the city. Teams were divided into four groups and played  knockout games.  Winners from round one advanced to the quarterfinals,  semifinals, and finals. A total of 19 matches were played over 3 days.

Several basketball legends graced the event, adding to its prominence. Mohammed Rizwan, former captain of the Indian National Basketball Team who has represented our country in numerous international tournaments; Nathan Abraham, an alumnus of St. Michaels School and a former captain of the Telangana National Team; and C.V. Sunny, former head coach of the Indian Senior Men’s Basketball Team and current head coach of Tamil Nadu’s Senior Men’s Team and MG University Women’s Team, were among the notable guests who attended the tournament.

Crimson launched the Inter-School Basketball Championship to nurture a wide range of sports in all its geographies. Preparing for such events can encourage students to develop healthy habits, boosting their mental and physical well-being.

The winning team received the Championship trophy and medals during the closing ceremony. DRS International School was crowned the champion, and Army Public School was the runner-up.

“The remarkable turnout and boundless enthusiasm of the participants were truly heartening. Crimson Inter-School Basketball Championship strengthened team spirit and promoted exemplary sportsmanship, igniting a profound passion for basketball among our students. By combining competitive play with a focus on holistic development, the championship supported students’ physical health, enhanced their self-belief, and built resilience. The championship has demonstrated how sports are integral to students’ well-being and academic success. We are incredibly proud of the dedication and energy displayed by all participants, showcasing the true spirit of Crimson,” remarked Mr. Husien Dohadwalla, CEO of Crimson Education, addressing the participants and spectators.

Mr. Isaac Noman, Secretary of the Telangana Basketball Association, said, “It is our pleasure to collaborate with and endorse the Crimson Inter-School Basketball Championship. Our aim is to nurture young talent and provide opportunities for children to play the sport of basketball, and this championship is a great initiative in that direction.”

The success of the Crimson Inter-School Basketball Championship has set the stage for it becoming an annual event hosted at St. Michaels School, promoting a holistic approach to student development.