The five-day Inter-Regional Volleyball Talent Hunt Championship, organized by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa govt and the Pakistan Army, concluded today.
The team from Peshawar emerged victorious in the thrilling competition.
Eight teams from various regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in the event.
The closing ceremony, graced by special guests including Commander Peshawar Corps.
Inter-Regional Volleyball Championship Talent Hunt! #KP govt & #PakistanArmy organized a stellar 5-day event. #Peshawar emerged victorious, beating #Bannu 3-2 in a thrilling match.
— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) January 9, 2024
8 teams from various regions displayed exceptional skills!#SamaaTV pic.twitter.com/CTFXhPLZ5S
In an intense match, the Peshawar team defeated the Bannu team with a score of 3-2.
Players from both teams displayed remarkable skills, captivating the hearts of the audience.
Many school children and spectators attended the event.
High-ranking officials from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including military authorities, also participated.
Special guests awarded cash prizes, medals, and trophies to the winning and runner-up teams.
The top-performing 20 players from the matches will be selected and sent to compete in Under-16, Under-18, and Under-21 teams.
Selected players will receive training from qualified coaches.
The selected players will receive a monthly stipend of Rs45,000 for six months from the Pakistan Army, and after the camp, they will receive Rs15,000 per month until the National Championship.
"We are grateful to the Pakistan Army for organizing this mega event for us and elevating the level of competition," said a participant.
The efforts of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and the Pakistan Army aim to bring positive changes to the national sports scenario and boost activities in the field of sports.
Partnerships between the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and the Pakistan Army are seen as a significant step towards promoting a healthy society, providing better opportunities for youth to progress.