Nagaland Super League Awards Night on April 8

In what promises to be a landmark celebration of Nagaland’s footballing excellence, the much-anticipated Nagaland Super League (NSL) Awards Night will be held on April 8 at RCEMPA, Jotsoma, beginning at 7:00 PM. The grand event will honour the best performers of the inaugural season of the NSL.

“This prestigious event will honor the outstanding performers of the 1st Nagaland Super League, celebrating their exceptional contributions and remarkable achievements on the field,” the NSL announced on Friday.

The event will feature the presentation of top accolades across multiple categories, including the coveted Golden Boot, Golden Ball, and Golden Glove, among others. Nominees for these awards were shortlisted by the Committee of Jury for Nomination and Selection, based on a rigorous statistical analysis of the season’s matches and performances.

The Jury panel includes:

1. Mr. Neivikoulie Khatsu, Assistant Secretary General, NOA – Convenor
2. Mr. Mughato Aye, Vice President, NFA
3. Mr. Kuputo Shohe, Joint Secretary, NOA
4. Mr. Roko Angami, AFC B Coach

Positional Mastery Awards

NSL Golden Glove (Rs 1 lakh + Trophy + Citation) Nominees

Dziesengulie Kire (Barak FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 1
Imtikumzuk Chang (Longterok FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 1
Ato Awomi (NUSC) – 31 years, Jersey No. 1

NSL Best Midfielder (Rs 1 lakh + Trophy + Citation) Nominees
Kenumdi Siarau (Barak FC) – 28 years, Jersey No. 23
Cornelius Laldinsang Pudaite (Longterok FC) – 35 years, Jersey No. 8
Ngariyanbam Jenish Singh (NUSC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 8
Lohrii Kaisii (27 United FC) – 23 years, Jersey No. 23
Lankao Henry Kamei (Barak FC) – 29 years, Jersey No. 10

NSL Best Striker (Rs 1 lakh + Trophy + Citation) Nominees
Manton Wangshu (Longterok FC) – 21 years, Jersey No. 11
Toka Achumi (Barak FC) – 26 years, Jersey No. 20
Jangjagin Kuki (27 United FC) – 24 years, Jersey No.10
Nisede Peseyie (NUSC) – 21 years, Jersey No. 19

NSL Best Defender (Rs 1 lakh + Trophy + Citation) Nominees
Sanyem Konyak (NUSC) – 32 years, Jersey No. 4
Hemping (NUSC) – 31 years, Jersey No. 3
Benrithung Humtsoe (Barak FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 4
Temjenwati Longkumer (Longterok FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 4
Salangwati Imchen (Longterok FC) – 20 years, Jersey No. 22

 Individual Awards
NSL Golden Boot (Top Scorer): Royal Enfield Hunter 350 worth Rs 1.7 lakh+ Rs 1 lakh + Trophy + Citation
Nominee: Toka Achumi (Barak FC)

NSL Golden Ball (Player of the Season): KIA Sonet valued at Rs 10. 78 lakhs+ Rs 3 lakh + Trophy + Citation
Nominees:
Toka Achumi (Barak FC) – 26 years, Jersey No. 20
Kevisanyu Peseyie (Barak FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 8
Nisede Peseyie (NUSC) – 21 years, Jersey No. 19
Kenumdi Siarau (Barak FC) – 28 years, Jersey No. 23
Kakhevi Assumi (Longterok FC) – 25 years, Jersey No. 9

NSL Golden Star (Best U-20 Player): Toyota Glanza valued at Rs 7.75 lakhs+ Rs 2 lakh + Trophy + Citation
Nominees:
Ngansang Phom (27 United FC) – 19 years, Jersey No. 13
Mangkholen (Barak FC) – 19 years, Jersey No. 44
Namang Yimjong (Longterok FC) – 18 years, Jersey No. 12
Thejangulie Zatsu (NUSC) – 19 years, Jersey No. 24
Ayen Mongba (Frontier Warriors FC) – 18 years, Jersey No. 7 · NSL Fair Play Award: Rs 2 lakh + Trophy + Citation

NSL Best Goal: Rs 50,000 + Trophy + Citation
The NSL has also introduced a new honour—The William Koso Award for Best Coach—named in memory of the late William Koso, a respected figure in Nagaland football. The winner will receive Rs 2 lakh and a meritorious citation.

“Henceforth every edition of the NSL will honour his contributions to the game through this award,” the NSL stated.

Media & Fan Recognition:
To acknowledge the essential role of fans and media, special awards of Rs 10,000 each will be presented for:
· Best Social Media Franchise
· Best Social Media Player
· Best Social Media Fan
· Best Influencer
· Special Fan Awards for the most passionate supporters

With the spotlight on Nagaland’s footballing stars and the people who fuel the game’s spirit, the NSL Awards Night is set to be “an evening of celebration, camaraderie, and recognition, highlighting the spirit of football in Nagaland.”

MT