MANIPUR CP FOOTBALL TEAM

Manipur CP Football Team—a community-based football team representing individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) in Manipur.

🧩 What Is the Manipur CP Football Team?

This team is organized under the Spastic Society of Manipur, providing football opportunities specifically for people living with cerebral palsy. Their mission emphasizes inclusion, community engagement, and promoting healthy lifestyles through sport ( WebSites).

They practice two times a week:

• Saturdays: 3 PM – 5 PM
  
  

• Sundays: 7 AM – 10 AM
  at YAC Ground, Yaiskul, or daily at the Thau Ground around 4 PM (Google Sites).
  
  

📋 Team Contacts and Coaching Staff

• Team Manager: Laishram Ricky (also associated with the Spastic Society of Manipur)
  
  

• Coaches: Akham Mahesh (Bulu) and Khumbongmayum Ratan (both certified with AFC ‘C’ Diploma) (Google Sites).
  
  

They can be reached via:

• Email: manipurcpfootballteam@gmail.com (also ssmanipur@rediffmail.com)
  
  

• Phone number of the organiser:
  
  

  • Laishram Ricky(Manager): +91 98621 38446
    
    

  • Akham Mahesh(Coach): +91 89748 27828
    
    

  • Khumbongmayum Ratan(Coach)  :+91 70051 83368 

⚽ Purpose & Impact

• Empowerment Through Sports: Offers individuals with CP a platform for organized football and social engagement.
  
  

• Inclusive Community Model: Helps combat stigma and promote inclusion in a region passionate about football.
  
  

• Structured Activities: Regular training schedules and registration open especially for individuals with cerebral palsy (Google Sites).
  
  

🔍 Summary Table

Feature  Details

Team Type

Cerebral palsy–focused community football team

Organization

Spastic Society of Manipur

Manager

Laishram Ricky

Coaches

Akham Mahesh, Khumbongmayum Ratan (AFC‑certified)

Practice Grounds

YAC Ground & Thau Ground, Imphal

Practice Times

Sat & Sun; daily optional

Participation

Open to individuals with cerebral palsy via registration

Manipur CP Football Team

The Manipur CP Football Team is a para-sports football team from Manipur, India, comprising athletes with cerebral palsy. It represents the state in national-level cerebral palsy football competitions and contributes to India’s participation in international disability-sports events.

Key facts

• Sport: 7-a-side cerebral palsy football

• Region represented: Manipur, India

• Governing body: Cerebral Palsy Sports Federation of India (CPSFI)

• Competition level: National and international para-football events

• Player classification: Athletes with physical impairments due to cerebral palsy

Background and Organization

Manipur CP Football Team operates under the CPSFI, which oversees cerebral palsy football in India. The sport is adapted from traditional football to accommodate athletes with neurological and motor impairments. Manipur’s program emphasizes inclusivity and rehabilitation through sport, with grassroots initiatives encouraging youth participation across the state.

Competitions and Achievements

The team has consistently performed in CPSFI-sanctioned tournaments such as the National CP Football Championship. Several of its players have earned selection for the India CP Football Team in international fixtures organized by the International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football (IFCPF). Manipur’s squad is recognized for technical discipline and strong regional representation.

Training and Development

Training typically focuses on mobility, coordination, and tactical awareness adapted for 7-a-side play. Sessions are often held in Imphal and other districts with support from local sports councils. The program collaborates with physiotherapists and adaptive-sports coaches to ensure safe, progressive skill development.

Social Impact

Beyond competitive results, the team serves as a model for disability inclusion in Indian sport. It promotes awareness about cerebral palsy and challenges stigmas by highlighting athletic capability and teamwork. Manipur’s success has inspired similar para-football initiatives in other Indian states.