The fourth edition of the IIS Sangai Cup is scheduled to be held from October 16 to 18 at the Sports Authority of India New Multipurpose Hall in Takyelpat, Imphal. The event is jointly organised by the Inspire Institute of Sport and the Manipur Judo Association.
The three-day tournament will serve as the state selection trials for the Manipur judo team.
Selected athletes will compete in the upcoming National Judo Championships across Sub-Junior, Cadet, Junior and Senior categories. According to a press release from IIS, the previous edition of the tournament saw participation from over 500 judokas across various age groups.
The competition aims to strengthen the grassroots judo ecosystem in the state and provide a platform for young athletes to test their skills against peers. Manisha Malhotra, President of the Inspire Institute of Sport, stated that the Manipur Judo Association has been a valued partner in developing judo in the region.
The tournament will conclude on October 18 with the senior men and women competitions.
The final day will also feature the medal presentation and closing ceremony.