Seven Star Cricket Club emerges champion of JF-FedEx Trophy-2014

June 26, 2014

Riyadh: The JF-FedEx Trophy-2014 knock-out cricket tournament was organized by the Jam'iyyatul Falah (JF) Riyadh Unit under the sponsorship of FedEx SMSA Express, Riyadh.

The tournament which began at Exit-18, Sulai RCL Grounds, Riyadh, on May 23 continued till June 20. In all 16 teams took part in the tournament, with the matches being held every Friday morning. Teams were divided into 4 groups, preliminary rounds and quarter-final matches were played on May 23, May 30 and June 6. On June 13 the semi final was played and the final match was played on June 20 as a closing ceremony of the tournament.

Final was played between Seven Star CC and SCFC CC. Seven Star won the toss and elected to bat first. With a splendid start by the openers Imran and Nayeem, Seven Star managed to score 124 runs for the loss of five wickets in their allotted 12 overs. Imran (27), Nayeem (43) and Munna (13) were the main scorers among their team. SCFC Bowlers Nasruddin took 2 wickets and Mithun, Johnson & Asif took 1 wicket each.

In reply SCFC had a bad start due to unconditional wind and they lost their wickets in regular intervals. Only Sunil (24) and Nasruddin (20) managed to get some runs on the board and finally they could score only 95 runs in 12 overs for the loss of 7 wickets. SevenStar Bowlers Imran took 2 wickets, Shoib 3 wickets and Ashfaque 1 wicket.

Seven Star the defending champions once again proved their ability to grab the JF FedEx Trophy-2014. Imran of Seven Star was declared as Man of the Match for his all-round performance in the final. The fantastic performance given by the players of both teams indeed proved to be an eyeful and thoroughly enthralled the cricket loving fans and viewers in the ground.

At the same time, JF Riyadh had organised another match for the 2nd runner up trophy, between Raisco CC and Uchila Friends CC (the losers of semi-finals). It was a 10 over match. Batting first Raisco team scored 85 Runs for the loss of 7 wickets and in reply Uchila Friends only managed to score 72 runs for the loss of 7 wickets and the winner of 2nd Runner-Up Trophy were Raisco. Shahid of Rasico was awarded as Man of the Match.

Soon after the completion of final match, there was prize distribution ceremony. Br. Akhtar Shaikh (Ex-Ameer of JF NRCC) inaugurated the ceremony. Chief guest Mr. Mohammed Burhan Khan, Director of Finance, FedEx SMSA Express, Riyadh, and the guests Mr. KrishnaKumar, Manager of Mazola, Mr. Ansar, Proprietor of A1 Plastics, and Mr. Rajesh Kumar, Mr. Royston Prabhu the President & Ex-President of Karavali Welfare Association, Riyadh, were honoured.

He thanked all the Executive Committee Members of JF Riyadh who strived hard to make this tournament a grand success. And specifically thanked Mr. Shetty of Saudi Carpet who has helped to manage the complete tournament by umpiring.

Briefing about the organization, Br. Akhtar Shaikh said Jamiyyatul Falah (JF) is a charitable organization established in 1988, based in Mangalore, providing educational needs to poor children of the down-trodden families. JF presently runs one school offering free education to over 400 students in rural areas at no cost, and a boys’ hostel with 150 beds. JF extends scholarships to over 3500 deserving students each year and distribute free books. Also, provides regular sponsorship to Orphan/Poor students, Ambulance service, Medical aid, 5 Kidney Dialyzing Machines to poor at free of cost, he said.

In year 2013, Jam’iyyatul Falah completed 25 years of dedication and commitment to the community. It is the winner of Karnataka State award as “Best NGO”.

Br. Abdul Basheer, President of JF Riyadh said that JF Riyadh has been actively organizing various activities like Cricket Tournament, Get-Together, Parenting & Career Guidance Programs through which they are not only trying to educate and entertain the audience but also bringing the people of Mangalore and other regions together. The JF cricket tournament is one of the favorite events as it keeps alive the sporting spirit and relieves the pressures of being away from home, he said.

The glittering Trophies were distributed for the outstanding players as following:

Man of the Match – Quarter Final

Mr. Riyaz – SCFC

Mr. Imthiyaz – RAISCO

Mr. Salman – UCHILA FRIENDS

Mr. Nayeem – SEVEN STAR

Man of the Match – Semi Final

Mr. Nasruddin – SCFC

Mr. Imran – SEVEN STAR

Man of the Match –Final

Mr. Imran – SEVEN STAR

Man of the Match – 2nd Runner Up

Mr. Shahid – RAISCO

Best Disciplined Team – UCHILA FRIENDS

Hatrick Wickets taken in a Match

Mr. Niyaz – FLASH MANGALORE

Mr. Nasruddin – SCFC

Best Bowler of the Tournament – Nasruddin – SCFC

Best Batsmen of the Tournament – Nayeem – SEVEN STAR

Best Player of the Tournament – Imran – SEVEN STAR

2nd Runner Up – RAISCO CRICKET CLUB

1st Runner Up – SCFC CRICKET CLUB

CHAMPIONS OF JF-FEDEX TROPHY-2014 – SEVEN STAR CRICKET CLUB

The main sponsor for this tournament were: FedEx-SMSA Express Riyadh, Co-Sponsors: Mazola, Wenz Exhibition and some philanthropic individuals.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Mohammed Burhan Khan, Director of Finance, FedEx SMSA Express, Riyadh, expressed his views and thanked JF Riyadh for giving the opportunity to be a part of their events and appreciated the JF Team for their hard efforts in uplifting the community back home.

Br. Parvez Ali thanked all the guests, sponsors, participating teams and Executive Committee Members of JF Riyadh for extending their support for this noble cause and making this event a grand success.

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15-year-old NRI boy from Kasaragod drowns in Dubai beach; sister rescued by Arab national

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November 18,2024

Dubai: A 15-year-old Indian expat boy drowned after he was caught by huge waves in the sea off Mamzar Beach in Dubai.

Ahmed Abdulla Mafaz, a 15-year-old school student in Dubai, died while his sister Fathima, a university student, was rescued, according to their father Mohammed Ashraf. The family hails from Kerala’s Kasaragod.

The grieving father said the incident happened when the Indian expat family went for an outing at the beach park.

Recounting what happened, he said: “We were all sitting on the beach and playing around in the water. I had just gone to the washroom when it [the tragedy] happened.”

He said both Mafaz and Fathima knew how to swim and it was not clear how they were swept away.

“I think there were huge waves and they got pulled by the strong current.”

Fathima’s screams for help were heard by another beachgoer who rushed to rescue her. “He is an Arab national. He rescued our daughter. We have no words to thank him,” the father said.

However, there was no sign of Mafaz, a grade 10 student of New Indian Model School in Dubai.

Meanwhile, the police were called in. Dubai Police said they received a call about two persons drowning.

“As soon as we received the report, the rescue team from the Ports Police Station in Dubai conducted a search,” a spokesperson said.

However, there was no luck on Friday night. The search operation was intensified with divers and drones on Saturday, following which the boy’s body was fished out on Saturday evening.

The family has decided to lay him to rest in Dubai once the legal procedures are over, said Ibrahim Berike, a member of the volunteering team from Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC) that is providing supportfor the paper work.

He said the family is shattered after the devastating tragedy. “They have four children. Fathima, who is doing MBA, is the eldest daughter. Mafaz was the third child. His other two siblings are also boys. Their mother, who was also there on the beach, is inconsolable,” he added.

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Salman Noor Elected President of Jam'iyyatul Falah Riyadh Unit

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November 14,2024

Riyadh: The Jam'iyyatul Falah (JF) Riyadh Unit held its Annual General Body Meeting at Loaloah Istirah in Riyadh on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

The gathering commenced with Master Ayman reciting verses from the Holy Quran, setting a solemn tone for the event. Br. Haneef Bardila warmly welcomed attendees, including JF Life Members, Office Bearers from various organizations, and guests, and extended his congratulations to all present.

During the meeting, Br. Muhammad Ashfaq, President, delivered the Annual Report, highlighting the unit's achievements, while Treasurer Br. Nazeer Ahmed presented the Annual Financial Report.

Br. Ashfaq updated members on the ongoing efforts of Jam'iyyatul Falah in the Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts for the year 2023-2024. Expressing gratitude for the support of the members and the committee, he encouraged the youth to join JF, emphasizing the importance of continuing the mission initiated by their elders 36 years ago.

The primary guest, Br. Yasin Baig, inspired the audience with a message underscoring the significance of service. He encouraged everyone to heed the Prophet's (pbuh) words: “Take advantage of five before five: your youth before your old age, your health before your illness, your wealth before your poverty, your free time before you become busy, and your life before your death.” He also spoke about the responsibility and blessing of serving the community through Jam'iyyatul Falah, stressing the promise of rewards in both this life and the hereafter.

Following his address, Br. Ashfaq Ahmed (President) formally dissolved the current committee and entrusted Br. Abdul Hameed and Br. Fazlur Rehman with the election process. A new Executive Committee was then formed for the 2024-2025 term, with Br. Salman Noor elected as the President, Br. Abubaker Irfan as General Secretary, and Br. Nazeer Ahmed continuing as Treasurer. Additionally, 26 other members were appointed to the Executive Committee.

The evening concluded with a dinner for all participants, and Br. Haneef congratulated the newly formed JF Riyadh Executive Committee and all attendees for their contribution to the event's success.