Xavier's Premier League 2023: The annual sporting extravaganza organised by SXC, Kolkata

St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata in collaboration with the Department of Sports organised the annual sports event, Xavier's Premier League 2023 on the 15th and 16th of September with the inauguration that was held on 13th September at Fr. Depelchin Auditorium.

Renowned talk show host and head of Friends 91.9 FM, Mr. Jimmy Tangree, took the helm as the moderator for a discussion session featuring the event's chief guest, Mr. Manoj Kothari, the 1990 World Billiards Champion, and recipient of the Dhyan Chand Award in 2005.

The inauguration promised to awaken the spirit of sportsmanship in the hearts of all those who gathered at the Fr. Depelchin auditorium on the impending day. Moreover, it introduced the magnificent teams, who have been fervently preparing for months in anticipation of the two days of sports extravagance, and their respective jersey releases.

The Xavier's Premier League, with its array of sporting disciplines, symbolizes the boundless enthusiasm our students have for both competition and fellowship. This year, the sporting offerings have expanded to include football, throwball, volleyball, table tennis, basketball, e-sports, chess, and darts.

Notably, SXC introduced the exciting competitions of volleyball and throwball into the mix, bringing a fresh and invigorating dimension to our heritage. This grand celebration of athleticism was experienced over two exciting days, promising to be the most vibrant sporting event of the year, and stood by its promise. The steadfast dedication of the Department of Sports and the Student Council are to be much appreciated for their tireless efforts in organizing this magnificent spectacle.

St. Xavier's College has consistently been an institution that not only fosters academic excellence and artistic pursuits but also champions the cause of sportsmanship. Year after year, Xavier's Premier League has witnessed this commitment. This year, as in the years past, the college witnessed the same spirit of sportsmanship, where students were not only encouraged to excel individually but also to bring honor to their respective departments and our esteemed college.

Glimpses of XPL'23 Closing Ceremony

Winners of The Xavier's Premier League 2023

Darts

Winner- Anti Hero League

Runners Up- Titanium Knights

Highest Score- 159- by Ujaan Roy

Highest Check- 86- by Swastika

Best Player- Shrivar Todi (Unbeatable Player) and Ujaan Roy (Winning Team Captain)

E-Sports

First Place- Titanium

Second Place- Titanium Knights

Chess

First place- Titans

Second Place- Titan Legion

Best Players- Soham Bhattacharyya and Anirudh Chaterjee

Basketball

First Place- Titans

Second place- Titanium

Third place- Majestics

Top scorer: Pallabi Pal

Most Valuable Player: Aditya Raj singh

Football Men

First- Mavericks

Second- Majestics

Best Player- Joshua Rae

Football Women

First- Raghabpur White

Second- Titanium

Throwball

First- Titans

Second - Titanium

Best player: Harkhush Kaur

Volleyball

First - Titanium

Second- Titans

Score sheet

Titanium- Set 1 -25

Set 2 - 23

Set 3 - 28

Titans - Set 1 - 21

Set 2- 25

Set 3 - 26

Best player : Arsh Marwah and Mudit Sarda

Table tennis

Men’s Singles:

1st- Titaniun

2nd- Anti Hero League Xtreme

Women’s Singles:

1st- Anti Hero League

2nd - Anti Hero League Xtreme

Men’s Doubles:

1st- Titanium

2nd- Anti Hero League

Mixed Doubles:

1st- Titanium

2nd- Titanium Knights

Through this remarkable event, SXC, Kolkata have consistently discovered numerous talents, weaving a vibrant tapestry that bridges the old and the new. It forms a comprehensive community of athleticism, connecting generations and inspiring excellence. Xavier's Premier League is more than just a sporting event. It is a celebration of unity, a showcase of the college's collective abilities, and an opportunity for every student to shine brightly.