Inaugural Programme
After the morning events, a short inaugural program was held, hosted by Ms Vinitha Crasta, Joint Secretary of ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate, who warmly welcomed the gathering.
Dignitaries Present:
Rev. Fr Vishal Melwin Monis, Director, ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate
Mr Richard Crasta, P.P.P Vice President
Ms Gracy D’Souza, P.P.P Secretary
Ms Suzana Ferrao, PRO, ICYM Central Council
Ms Ashintha Monthero, Lady Vice President, ICYM Central Council
Mr Kevin Almeida, ICYM Central Council Member
Br Prethesh, Animator, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Mrs Vinitha Crasta, Animator, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Mr Ronald Chethan, President, ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate
Mr Lanson D’Souza, Secretary, ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate
Mr Ozwin Crasta, Sports Secretary, ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate
Mr Denzil D’Souza, President, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Ms Akshitha Crasta, Secretary, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Rev. Fr Vishal Melwin Monis delivered a short and inspiring message, motivating the energetic youth and the entire gathering.
The inaugural ceremony concluded with the presentation of medals and certificates to the winners of the first four events. The champions stood proudly on the victory stand as they were honoured for their achievements.
The highly anticipated sprint events:
100m Women’s Final at 3:45 PM
100m Men’s Final at 3:55 PM drew loud cheers from the spectators.
Endurance events followed, with the 800m Women’s Final at 4:05 PM and the 800m Men’s Final at 4:15 PM, testing the athletes’ stamina and determination.
Finally, the Sports Fest concluded with two thrilling relay events.
4×100m Relay Women’s Final at 4:30 PM
4×100m Relay Men’s Final at 4:40 PM
These events marked a spectacular and energetic finish to an unforgettable day of sportsmanship and unity.
After the completion of all the events, the concluding ceremony commenced, hosted gracefully by Ms Akshitha, Secretary of the ICYM Kasaragod Unit, who led the valedictory program with confidence and charm.
The following dignitaries were present on the dais:
Ms Gracy D’Souza, Secretary, Parish Pastoral Parishad
Ms Ashintha Monthero, Lady Vice President, ICYM Central Council
Mr Melroy Dsouza, Vice President, ICYM Central Council
Mr Prem Jeethan Pinto, President, Bantwal Deanery
Br Prethesh, Animator, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Mrs Vinitha Crasta, Animator, ICYM Kasaragod Unit
Mr Kevin, President, Puttur Deanery
Mr Ronald Chethan, Vicariate President
Mr Lanson D’Souza, Vicariate Secretary
Mr Ozwin Crasta, Sports Secretary, ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate
Mr Denzil D’Souza, Unit President
Ms Akshitha Crasta, Unit Secretary
Br Prethesh, Animator of ICYM Kasaragod Unit, addressed the gathering with a short yet powerful motivational message, encouraging the youth and appreciating their enthusiasm throughout the Sports Fest.
This was followed by the Vote of Thanks, delivered by Mr Stallon D’Souza, Treasurer of ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the ICYM Kasaragod Unit for accepting the collaboration and ensuring the smooth and successful execution of the entire event. A token of love was then handed over to the ICYM Kasaragod Unit in appreciation of their dedicated efforts.
A token of gratitude was presented to: Ms. Suzanne, PRO of ICYM Central Council & Mr. Kevin, President of Puttur Deanery for being part of the event and for their dedicated service as scorekeepers for the day.
Appreciation was also extended to the referees for their fair judgment and unwavering support. A token of love was handed over to them as well.
Finally, the much-awaited announcement of winners for all the events was made, filling the participants and their respective units with excitement and pride. Ms Vinitha Crasta, Joint Secretary of ICYM Kasaragod Vicariate, announced the list of winners for all the events conducted after the morning session.
5. 400m Women:
1st Place: Ashwitha D’Souza – Narampady
2nd Place: Marita Flavia Cutinha – Vorkady
3rd Place: Rosvita Flavi D’Souza – Bela
6. Shot Put – Men:
1st Place: Rohan Monteiro – Miyapadav
2nd Place: Melwin Crasta – Kollangana
3rd Place: Santhosh D’Souza – Bela
7. Discus Throw – Women:
1st Place: Jyothi Nariyet Crasta – Bela
2nd Place: Prarthana D’Souza – Vorkady
3rd Place: Sania Delma Tellis – Miyapadav
8. 200m Men:
1st Place: Rosten Jansil D’Souza – Bela
2nd Place: Ashton Monteiro – Mariashram
3rd Place: Rickson Monteiro – Miyapadav
9. 200m Women:
1st Place: Glan Jeneview Crasta – Bela
2nd Place: Vincia D’Souza – Kasaragod
3rd Place: Lavita Monteiro – Narampady
10. Javelin Throw – Men:
1st Place: Jeethan D’Souza – Bela
2nd Place: Albin K.B. – Maniyampare
3rd Place: Glenroy D’Souza – Miyapadav
11. 100m Women:
1st Place: Glan Jeneview Crasta – Bela
2nd Place: Vincia D’Souza – Kasaragod
3rd Place: Lavita Monteiro – Narampady
12. 100m Men:
1st Place: Rosten Jansil D’Souza – Bela
2nd Place: Rickson Monteiro – Miyapadav
3rd Place: Nihal Sequeira – Mariashram
13. Javelin Throw – Women:
1st Place: Syvine Rodrigues – Ukkinadka
2nd Place: Flavia Deena D’Souza – Manjeshwar
3rd Place: Sushma – Kollangana
14. Long Jump – Women:
1st Place: Glan Jeneview Crasta – Bela
2nd Place: Vincia D’Souza – Kasaragod
3rd Place: Ashwini D’Souza – Maniyampare
15. 1500m Men:
1st Place: Joy Robert Crasta – Narampady & Royston Rodrigues – Kollangana
2nd Place: Viyon Benzel D’Souza – Maniyampare
3rd Place: Ashtin Rodrigues – Kayyar
16. Long Jump – Men:
1st Place: Rosten Jansil D’Souza – Bela
2nd Place: Albin K.B. – Maniyampare
3rd Place: Nihal Sequeira – Mariashram
17. Discus Throw – Men:
1st Place: Joyal Naveen D’Souza – Bela
2nd Place: Albin K.B. – Maniyampare
3rd Place: Sheldon D’Souza – Manjeshwar
18. 800m Women:
1st Place: Joslin Ashwitha Crasta – Ukkinadka
2nd Place: Dafni Preema Monteiro – Miyapadav
3rd Place: Asha – Kollangana
19. 800m Men:
1st Place: Dillan Crasta – Bela
2nd Place: Joy Robert Crasta – Narampady
3rd Place: Veekshith D’Souza – Miyapadav
20. 4×100m Relay – Men:
1st Place – Narampady:
Meral Jack, Jaivaik D’Souza, Joy Robert Crasta, Jaison Roy D’Souza
2nd Place – Bela:
Dillan Crasta, Rosten Jansil D’Souza, Joyal Naveen D’Souza, Jeethan D’Souza
3rd Place – Mariashram:
Nihal Sequeira, Derrick Pinto, Elston D’Souza, Bravo Ashwin Gilbert
21. 4×100m Relay – Women:
1st Place – Narampady:
Lavita Monteiro, Beena Keerthi D’Souza, Sweetha Raveena Crasta, Ashwitha D’Souza
2nd Place – Mariashram:
Lenisha D’Souza, Lipsy Nazareth, Rishal D’Souza, Sanjana D’Souza
3rd Place – Bela:
Rosvita Flavi D’Souza, Jennifer Linda Crasta, Glan Jeneview Crasta, Anshitha D’Souza
All the winners were congratulated and presented with medals and certificates by the dignitaries. The moment everyone awaited arrived when Br. Preethesh announced the Overall Championship Results:
Bela Unit – Champions
Secured 13 Gold, 1 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals, achieving a total of 79 points.
Narampady Unit – Runners-up
Secured 5 Gold, 2 Silver, and 2 Bronze medals, with a total of 58 points.
Miyapadav Unit – Second Runners-up
Secured 2 Gold and 2 Silver medals and 7 Bronze medals, earning a total of 22 points.
Each unit carried home not just trophies, but memories, friendships, and a renewed spirit of unity. As the celebrations came to a joyful close, voices rose together in harmony as we sang the ICYM anthem a perfect reminder of who we are and what we stand for.
Long live the spirit of ICYM today, tomorrow, and always.
