By Dorothy Fernandes for BIS Mumbai

U-14 Boys and Girls Qualify for Mumbai Divisional Rounds

Don Bosco High School & Junior College, Naigaon East, celebrated a remarkable achievement at the District Sports Office (DSO) Basketball Tournament 2026, organised for the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation (VVMC) region at St Augustine School, Vasai West. Displaying skill, determination and excellent teamwork, the school’s basketball teams delivered an impressive performance across the Under-14 and Under-17 categories.

The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from schools across the region, with 16 teams competing in the Under-14 boys’ category and 22 teams in the Under-17 boys’ category.

Under-14 Boys: Champions! The Under-14 boys’ basketball team of DBHS Naigaon, emerged victorious, on October 12, 2026, clinching the championship title after defeating St Xavier’s School, Virar, in the final with a score of 8–4. This well-deserved victory also secured their qualification for the Mumbai Division Basketball Tournament.

Under-17 Boys: Third Place: The Under-17 boys’ team also put up a commendable performance, securing third place in their category. Demonstrating resilience and fighting spirit, the team defeated St Xavier’s School, Virar, with a convincing score of 10–0. Competing against 22 teams, the boys showcased their competitive spirit and commitment to the game.

Under-14 Girls: Champions! Continuing the winning streak, the Under-14 girls’ basketball team emerged champions on October 13, 2026. Competing against approximately 16 teams, the girls displayed remarkable teamwork, skill and confidence. In the final, they defeated the host institution, St Augustine School, Vasai West, with a score of 6–2, securing the championship title and qualifying for the Mumbai Division Basketball Tournament.

The coach Mr Thomas Abraham proudly commended the dedication of the team saying, “With both the Under-14 boys’ and girls’ teams qualifying for the Mumbai Division-level tournament, Don Bosco has demonstrated its growing strength in basketball and its commitment to nurturing sporting talent. The dates and venues for the divisional tournament are awaited.”

The Principal, Fr Anthony Fonseca stated, “The success of these teams reinforces the belief that sports build more than champions; they develop character, resilience, teamwork and the confidence to face challenges.”

As the Under-14 teams prepare for the next level of competition, the entire Don Bosco family wishes them continued success and hopes they will bring further laurels to the institution.