Mysuru: Joseph’s Premier League, JPL 2026-27 Season-3, was inaugurated at St. Joseph’s First Grade College in Jayalakshmipuram here recently.  

The event was inaugurated by senior cricketer and former State selector M.S. Ravindra. MDES Secretary Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha, Treasurer Rev. Fr. Naveen Kumar, Principal Dr. H.N. Chandrashekara, Physical Education Director Venkatesh and others were present.  

This was followed by introduction of 12 teams. Following this, Rev. Fr. A. Naveen Kumar administered the oath to the participants.  

Speaking on the occasion, M.S. Ravindra stressed on the importance of sports to keep oneself fit and healthy.  

He advised the students to actively involve in sports to build friendship and to have healthy discussions.  

Mentioning about players like K.L. Rahul and Vidwath Kaverappa, who have reached great heights in cricket, Ravindra expressed happiness in being a part of their sports journey. 

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha, in his presidential address, commended the organising  team and participating teams for their enthusiastic performance.  

St. Joseph’s B.Ed College Principal Dr. Priya Mathew was present on the occasion.  

Pragna of second year BCA compered the programme. Hajira Zaba of second year BCA welcomed. B.S. Kushi of second year BBA spoke on the significance of JPL. Disha of second year BCA proposed the vote of thanks.