Tag: #GrassrootsSports
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A.B.A. URGES TARABA BASKETBALL COACHES TO UNITE, DEVELOP GRASSROOTS TALENT
The Amateur Basketball Academies (ABA) has urged basketball coaches in Taraba State to work together and prioritise grassroots development to unlock the potential of young players. The Chairman of the Taraba Basketball Association and member of the state House of Assembly, Tanko Yusuf, made the call during a two-day coaching clinic in Jalingo. He said…
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STREET RUMBLE BOXING RETURNS TO DISCOVER NEW TALENTS, EMPOWER NIGERIAN YOUTHS
Organisers of the Street Rumble Boxing competition have unveiled plans for the second edition of the grassroots tournament, aimed at discovering young boxing talents and steering youths away from drug abuse and other social vices. Speaking in Lagos, the Chief Executive Officer of Matchmakers International Sports, Mike Adeyemo, said the one-day event, scheduled for Dec.…
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FASHOLA URGES GREATER INVESTMENT IN GRASSROOTS SPORTS AFTER ITTF AFRICA YOUTH CUP
Former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola has praised the outstanding performances of young players at the 2026 ITTF Africa Youth Cup in Accra, describing the tournament as proof of Africa’s immense sporting talent and potential. Speaking at the grand finale, Fashola commended ITTF Africa for organising a successful competition, saying the continent is rich in…
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KADUNA GOVT MOVES TO REVIVE SPORTS, UPGRADE FACILITIES AND GRASSROOTS TALENT
The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reviving the state’s sports sector under Governor Uba Sani, with ongoing efforts to upgrade facilities and strengthen grassroots talent development. The State Director of Sports, Mrs Mary Vayin, says renovation work has already begun at the stadium to improve training and competition conditions for athletes. She…
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NRFF’S ‘RUGBY RISING’ ENGAGES 5,000+ GIRLS NATIONWIDE
Women’s rugby in Nigeria is gaining serious ground! The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) says over 5,000 girls have taken part in its Rugby Rising programme across the country. According to media coordinator Tolu Oguntimehin, the four-month initiative delivered structured training sessions in schools, community centres and academies — all guided by World Rugby safety…
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AMUWO GAMES VOLLEYBALL FINAL SET: RHINOS VS ELEPHANT IN THRILLING SHOWDOWN
The Amuwo Games volleyball event in Lagos is heating up, with Rhinos defeating Lions 15-12, 12-17, 15-13 to reach the final. Elephant also secured their spot by overcoming Sharks 15-12, 13-15, 15-11 in another intense semi-final. The tournament, a grassroots initiative featuring eight teams across 16 sports, has been a great platform showcasing resilience and…
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SWAN RAISES ALARM ON AGE FALSIFICATION AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
Sports Writers demand stricter age checks to protect grassroots sports integrity in Nigeria. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) condemned widespread age cheating at the 9th National Youth Games and called on the National Sports Commission to enforce tougher verification. They applauded Delta State’s hosting and Team Lagos’ first overall win but stressed the…
