On January 25, 2015 the community of Don Bosco Philosophate, Karunapuram conducted a volleyball tournament for the Oratory youth, as part of the bicentenary celebrations of the birth of Don Bosco. Nine teams from the different Oratory centres, frequented by the Brothers on Sundays, competed for the cash prizes in a zealous sportive manner. The chief guest(s) for the occasion were the young people themselves!
The team from Diesel colony, Kazipet won the coveted first prize (Rs 1’500/- in cash and the rolling trophy). The last year runners up, from Battupalli village, retained their title this year too as they won Rs 1’000/-. Fr Mallavarapu Rayanna, the Rector, while giving away the prizes, reiterated the message of Don Bosco for the young: to be good and honest citizens. He expressed his joy at their presence and active participation in the day-long event.
The organizing committee of Brothers K. Ravi, Paul Makri, Pramod, Sravan and L. David who volunteered, did an excellent job of seeing to every detail and ensuring a smooth and enriching experience for all those involved.