Dear Mr. Jerkić,

On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sports and on my own behalf, I extend my sincere congratulations on the organization of the “Marijo Čolić-Manda” Memorial Basketball Tournament, an event that honourably preserves the memory of the name and work of Mario Čolić and promotes the values ​​of sports, togetherness and fair play.

This tournament represents more than a sports competition – it is a symbol of respect for tradition, dedication to basketball and preserving the memory of people who left an indelible mark on the sports and social life of the community.

We especially appreciate your efforts, organizational commitment and continuous work on the development of sports among young people, as well as your contribution to strengthening the sports spirit and mutual respect.

We wish you much success in the realization of the tournament, sporting successes in your future work and that this memorial continues to grow and bring together generations of athletes and basketball fans.