The host team from Andhra Pradesh has made it to the finals in the girls’ category of the School Games Sepak Takraw National Tournament for under-14 boys and girls, currently being held at the Koneru Basavaiah Chowdary Zilla Parishad High School in Patamata, Vijayawada.
In the girls’ semi-finals on Sunday, the Andhra Pradesh team delivered an outstanding performance, defeating Delhi with commanding scores of 15-2 and 15-3, securing their place in the final and guaranteeing at least a silver medal. However, in the boys’ quarter-finals, the Andhra Pradesh team fell short, losing to Delhi and missing out on a medal opportunity.
The boys’ category also saw some intense matches, with Bihar defeating Delhi 15-10 and 15-11 to secure a spot in the final. In the second semi-final, Manipur triumphed over Gujarat with scores of 15-10 and 15-7, advancing to the finals. The boys’ final, where Bihar will face Manipur, is scheduled for Monday, promising an exciting conclusion to the tournament.