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The Ashlar R Vol. XIX Issue III

The tournament featured 10 teams, with over catered to families.
140 participants, including brethren, ladies, Women participated in significant numbers,
and children. with at least one woman player compulsorily
Brethren from other constitutions also actively and randomly assigned to each team. Young
participated, some joining teams, while others daughters also showcased their enthusiasm,
expressed keen interest in attending future competing alongside seasoned players
editions.Another poem based on the central garnering many runs and wickets.
theme was penned encompassing most of the 5.Non-Masons Welcomed
lodges participating in the tournament The event provided an excellent platform for
Under the sun with spirit high, introducing Freemasonry to non-masons. On
Masons gather as cricket dreams fly. the sidelines, several Lodges held discussions
Fulchand Patel and Aryan Legends bold, with prospective candidates, resulting in 5-6
Stories of triumph and teamwork told. Lodges gaining new members that day. It was
made compulsory for each team to field at least
Dinshaw Madon’s squad plays with might, one non mason thereby ensuring that lodges
While Sohrab Dawar shines, bat lifting bright. bring in fresh members and encourage them to
Teen Titans roar, young hearts on fire, join Freemasonry.
Driven by passion, they never tire. 6.Charitable Contributions
Any masonic event is incomplete without
Friendship and Harmony, true to their name, Charity, the distinguishing feature of a
Uniting all players in this noble game. Freemason’s heart. The title sponsor, Lodge
Team AAA stands strong and true, Fulchand Patel, conducted a special charity
Chasing each victory, aiming anew. initiative supporting the education of three
underprivileged girls. Their total contribution,
Mumbaikars United, fierce and fast, including the event sponsorship and charity,
Battling on till the very last. amounted to Rs.1,20,000.
Together we laugh, together we play,
Bound by the Craft in a joyful way.

Masonic Premier League, a match for the
ages, Brotherhood written on history’s pages.
Where cricket and camaraderie perfectly
blend, And bonds of the lodge never come to an
end.
4.Inclusivity and Family Engagement
A dedicated children’s play area kept kids
engaged for over five hours, ensuring the event

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