Lahore: The 11th season of the Hope for Light Basketball tournament ended on May 14, 2024, at Itefaq Grounds Lahore. A total of eight senior Christian teams and 6 Junior teams participated in the event organized by Hope for Light organization.
In the senior category, the Agape Church Lahore won the basketball tournament beating the Hope Light team, while the Raiwind Diocese beat Cathedral Church Lahore in the Junior category. The Chief Guest, Very Rev. Pastor Liaquat Qaiser (Principal FGA Bible College) distributed the trophies among players.
While talking to “Nia Tadeeb” Mr. Javed David, Chairman of Hope for Light, said, we thank God, we are continuing this tournament. We have established a basketball club over here at Itefaq Grounds. Mr. Malvin Mall coaches’ young Christian boys and girls and kids to play basketball.
According to Mr. Malvin Mall, they enable Christian youngsters to secure their admissions in colleges and universities on a game basis. Thus, they study for free in different colleges and universities.
Mr. Ataurehman Saman, secretary of Hope for Light said that till now more than 300 boys got admission on a game basis and are studying without paying a penny. Five of our players have won Pakistan color also. He added.
Mr. Ayube Qaiser a guest of honor said it is a good initiative to engage youngsters in healthy activities. Sports plays a vital role in shaping a tolerant and healthy society. Hope for Light is a beacon of hope in the darkness.
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Thankyou Tadeeb for reporting
Dear sir! You are welcome
On behalf of Hope for Light, I would like to express my gratitude for reporting and covering the event