The Mokokchung District Badminton Association (MDBA) team departed this morning to participate in the 47th Li-Ning Nagaland State Sub-junior and Veteran Badminton Championship 2025. The tournament will take place in Chümoukedima from September 30 to October 3.
The district contingent comprises 30 players, accompanied by coach Bendangnochet and team manager Imosanen. The team also includes umpire Imomar.
Among the players representing Mokokchung are I. Temsumanen, Longtsubemo Murry, Senpo A. Jamir, Yatetla, Areninla, Molumen, Lenjener Tsudir, Moatangit Tsudir, Sungjemtemsu, Sungtimen, Imlinungsang, Chubamayang, Nungshitemjen, Wapangienla, Molunenla, Imchalong Lemtur, Imkongnochet Lemtur, Aowalu, Yalemjungla, K. Khongsai, Wapongsen, Wacha, Opanglemla, Chubasangla, Er. Toshikaba, Sentongyanger, Sashiwapang, and Temsuyanger.
The championship will see participation from teams across Nagaland, with young and veteran shuttlers competing for state honours. The MDBA expressed confidence that the players are well-prepared and motivated to bring laurels to the district.
The event, a highlight of Nagaland’s badminton calendar, is expected to showcase emerging talents while also celebrating the contributions of veteran players to the sport.