Handwara, Oct 21: Sopore Spartans Wednesday emerged champions of the Qaziabad Volleyball League 2026 after defeating Rafiabad Tigers in an exciting final at Hangah Sports Ground in the Mawer area of Handwara.
The five-day tournament, organised by the Indian Army under Operation Sadbhavana, was held from October 17 to 21 and witnessed enthusiastic participation from six teams representing Langate, Rafiabad and Sopore.
In the final, Sopore Spartans defeated Rafiabad Tigers by three sets to one to lift the title. Spartan Sopore won the first, third and fourth sets 25–21, 25–19 and 25–20 respectively while Rafiabad Tigers secured the second set 28–26.
The final witnessed an exciting contest with a huge crowd gathering at Hangah Sports Ground to cheer for the competing teams.
The league provided a platform for young volleyball players from North Kashmir to showcase their talent, competitive spirit and sporting abilities while promoting teamwork, discipline and healthy competition.
At the conclusion of the tournament, the winning team was awarded a cash prize of Rs 50,000 while the runners-up received Rs 30,000 and the second runners-up Rs 10,000 along with trophies and medals.
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