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PANJIM: Phoenix Smashers outsmarted Panjim Panthers 147-130 to emerge victorious in the grand finale of PBC Enthu Badminton League Championship organised by Panjim Badminton Club in association with Enthu, the largest WhatsApp community of badminton Masters players, at the Indoor Stadium, Campal, here, recently.
Showcasing the skills of 140 Masters players aged 35 and above across 10 competitive teams, the league stage saw Panjim Panthers and Phoenix Smashers dominate their respective groups, winning four matches each to top the standings.
Kumpoo Challengers and High Voltage followed with three wins apiece to secure their spots in the semi-finals. The semi-finals delivered high-intensity action, with Panjim Panthers defeating High Voltage 147-122, while Phoenix Smashers edged out Kumpoo Challengers 147-137 in a nail-biting contest. Each Team comprised 14 players with a match featuring seven doubles pairs, battling their opponents in a relay scoring format.
The closing ceremony was graced by Goa Badminton Association (GBA) President Manoj Patil, GBA Secretary Praveen Shenoy and Organising Secretary Sandeep Heble.