THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Jamshedpur, April 7: The inaugural edition of the Loyola Alumni Premier League (LAPL) – Season 1 concluded on Sunday. The three-day cricket tournament, held at the Loyola School grounds, brought together alumni from various graduating batches for a friendly yet fiercely fought series of matches.
Four teams — Jaguars United, Cheetah Crusaders, Leopard Dynamos, and Panther Warriors — competed in a league format that reconnected old friends through the spirit of the game.
The final clash between Jaguars United and Cheetah Crusaders was a gripping encounter, ultimately seeing Jaguars United lift the LAPL Season 1 Champions Trophy. The tournament also celebrated individual brilliance, with Jasraj Khanuja bagging both the Best Batsman and Player of the Tournament titles, while Harshil Dokonia was named Best Bowler.
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More than just a cricket tournament, LAPL served as a platform for reconnecting Loyola alumni, fostering friendships. Families, faculty, and supporters turned up in large numbers.
The closing ceremony was graced by notable dignitaries including Fr. Donald Desilva, Dean of XLRI; Fr. Vinod Fernandes, Principal and President of the Loyola Alumni Association (LAA); Jesuits of Loyola, and distinguished alumni. All praised the organising committee for their impeccable planning, vision, and execution.
With its resounding success, LAPL Season 1 has laid the foundation for what promises to become an annual alumni tradition.
The Loyola Alumni Association extended gratitude to the sponsors, volunteers, and all participants whose support made the event unforgettable.
