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Shillong, January 16, 2015: Gionee, a leading global design and manufacturer of mobile devices today announced its association with Northeast India’s favourite and ever popular football club, Shillong Lajong, for the 2015 I-League season. Shillong Lajong FC is the biggest Club in the NorthEast and with this association, Gionee plan to spread and promote the spirit of the beautiful game across North East and further to other parts of the country.
Shillong Lajong FC have served as the nursery for potential football talent in the country and Gionee are completely committed to the cause. With this partnership, the latter would be working towards taking the game of football along with the club to every household in the NorthEast.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr.Larsing Ming Sawyan, Managing Director, Shillong Lajong FC said, “We are proud to tie-up with Gionee Smartphones and we believe the association will act as an impetus for the Club to achieve our objective of harnessing football talent in the NorthEast. The region is a reservoir of football talent and through our association we aim to continue identifying and developing budding footballers and leave an indelible mark in the football arena of the country.”
Excited about the association Mr. Timir Baran Acharyya, DGM, Gionee Smartphones, said, “Soccer in India has been increasingly getting popular amongst all age groups and to help promote the spirit of the game. We are extremely delighted to partner with Shillong Lajong FC who have emerged as a strong team at the I-League over years. Gionee within 2 years have gained immense popularity especially among the youngsters.”
“Football is one of the most popular sport in the North East and we wanted to connect with the youth through their passion and this association advocates our line of thought. We hope to establish an enduring association and wish the team the very best for the competition.”
Shillong Lajong have been one of the most professionally managed clubs in the country and have constantly embarked on ensuring commercial viability to back their on-field success. The club’s home games in Shillong sees record turn-outs and their social media channels constantly engage their fans. They are the 3rd biggest Indian Football Club page on Facebook and have merchandise offerings for their fans.
