The Residents’ Welfare Association (ALM) of Matharpacady Heritage Precinct Organised its inaugural tele-games aptly called ‘Summer Madness’ at St. Isabel’s High School on Saturday, 16th April 2016. The core organising team of Captain Julius Valladares, Canute & Vera Monteiro, Avina D’souza, Clyde Soares, Charmaine Vongeyer, Stan Baptista and Tyronne Concescio meticulously planned this event with a series of four distinctive, amusing and eye-catching tele-games.
Captain Julius welcomed over 140 participants and well-wishers of the four participating teams – the Yellow Rangers. Blue Seafarers, Green Dragons and Red Riders. He invited the Captains and Vice Captains to lead their teams in a colourful march past before taking the pledge and declaring the Tele-games open. Captains and Vice Captains solemly affirmed they would abide by the rules, play sportingly and spread the message of unity and friendship to all.
Each team had an average of 30 persons ranging from children below 5 years to senior citizens in their 70’s and one Feisty Lady above 80 years. About 10 persons took part in each of the series of tagging Tele-games which were innovatively planned with surprising twists and turns around the hall venue. Excitement gripped the festive air as exuberant team mates and supporters cheered the contestants on at every stage of the games. Small kiddies, young children, youth, middle-aged and seniors eagerly awaited their turn, enthusiastically competing in their event. Team leaders, team mates and supporters watched with bated breath as the score points were marked up on the scoreboard after each series of games.
Light tasty refreshments were served to all guests after the second series of the four series tele-games. Refreshments were sourced from Mrs. Rosy D’Silva and daughter Francy.
Mango squash and Bisleri Water was from Karwa Decorators, with complimentary Wafers and Sweet Chivda was gifted by St. Isabel’s Management at the grand finale.
As the fourth game ended, teams and supporters assembled before the stage for the prize awards ceremony. Captain Julius announced surprise prize winners amidst rounds of applause –
Early Bird Prize – Steven Alphonso
Oldest Contestant – Mrs. Iona D’costa
Swimming Costume – Elijah Monteiro
Team with most members at 5.00 p.m. – Yellow Rangers
Best Costume and Theme – Blue Seafarers
Best Dressed Boy – Joshua Mendes
Best Dressed Girl – Shalom Mendes
Amidst thunderous applause, all teams were awarded prizes –
FIRST PRIZE – Green Dragons [Captain Pradeep Naik, Vice Captain Charmaine Vongeyer]
SECOND PRIZE – Yellow Rangers [Captain Glen Vongeyer, Vice Captain Reena Naik]
THIRD PRIZE – Red Riders [Captain Vincent Mascarenhas, Vice Captain Levita Figueiredo]
FOURTH PRIZE – Blue Seafarers [Captain Noelene Fialho, Vice Captain Franz Dias]
Captain Julius and the organising committee specially thanked Percy D’Souza [President MRWA], Martin Cardoso [former Secretary], Lawrence D’souza [Treasurer], Dr. Gerald Mascarenhas [member], Tyronne Concescio [member] requesting them to award the prizes. Stan Baptista was thanked for arranging the music, Brazilio Fialho for doing the honours as the official photographer, St. Isabels Management for their constant support to the Association and organisers of various events held in the school premises. Tyronne requested those present and their families to attend the Novena Services at the Holy Cross Oratory starting at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, 22nd April and the Feast Mass at 7.00 p.m. on Sunday, 1st May 2016. He also stated that Mr. Gerard Viegas would be the Chief Organiser for the Whist Drive in early June at St. Isabel’s.
We record our heartfelt gratitude to the Organising Committee and all contestants who experienced a wonderful evening of sportive camadarie and a memorable, enjoyable summer madness at our Telegames.
Compiled by Tyronne Concescio with inputs from Canute Monteiro
Photography Courtesy – Brazilio Fialho
