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Mizoram NCC U-17 Girls Reach Subroto Cup Final
✍️ thehawk.in
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 05:02 AM
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The Mizoram National Cadet Corps under‑17 girls' football team has qualified for the final of the Subroto Cup, the country’s premier school‑level tournament.
Mizoram’s National Cadet Corps (NCC) under‑17 girls’ football side secured a place in the championship match of the Subroto Cup, the prestigious inter‑school tournament organized by the Indian Armed Forces. The team earned the final berth after a decisive victory in the semi‑final round, marking a historic achievement for the state’s youth football program.
The Subroto Cup, held annually across various venues, brings together school teams from across India to compete in a knockout format. Mizoram’s NCC squad demonstrated disciplined play and tactical cohesion throughout the competition, overcoming several strong opponents to reach the concluding stage.
The upcoming final will be contested under the watchful eyes of national coaches and football officials, offering the young athletes a platform to showcase their talent on a larger stage. Their progress underscores the growing emphasis on grassroots football development in the Northeast region.
State officials and NCC commanders have praised the players for their dedication and teamwork, highlighting the role of structured training and community support in nurturing sporting excellence among school‑age girls.
The match is scheduled for later this week, with the exact venue and kickoff time to be confirmed by the tournament organizers.
The Subroto Cup, held annually across various venues, brings together school teams from across India to compete in a knockout format. Mizoram’s NCC squad demonstrated disciplined play and tactical cohesion throughout the competition, overcoming several strong opponents to reach the concluding stage.
The upcoming final will be contested under the watchful eyes of national coaches and football officials, offering the young athletes a platform to showcase their talent on a larger stage. Their progress underscores the growing emphasis on grassroots football development in the Northeast region.
State officials and NCC commanders have praised the players for their dedication and teamwork, highlighting the role of structured training and community support in nurturing sporting excellence among school‑age girls.
The match is scheduled for later this week, with the exact venue and kickoff time to be confirmed by the tournament organizers.