THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Host LNCPE, Kariyavattom won the seventh Major Dhyan Chand memorial South India inter-collegiate hockey tournament here on Saturday.

LNCPE rode on M. Alex’s four goals, including a hat-trick, to demolish University College, Thiruvananthapuram 4-0 in the final.

Alex struck in the 12th, 26th, 29th and 35th minutes to complete a comprehensive win for his side which led 3-0 at half-time.

Earlier in the semifinals, LNCPE defeated PSG Arts and Science College, Coimbatore 4-1.

Alex again was the hero as he struck three goals for LNCPE. K. Sunny scored the other goal for the host while Aaron David Edmond reduced the margin.

University College edged out Christ College, Irinjalakuda 9-8 in the sudden death after both teams failed to score during regulation time.

Olympian and Arjuna awardee Mohammed Riaz gave away the prizes. — Principal Correspondent