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128 Players For BSL Abuja Squash Open In Abuja

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2 years ago

November 22, 2023

No fewer than 128 players are set to slug it out for honors in the BSL Abuja Squash.

President, of Nigeria Squash Federation (NSF) Boye Oyerinde, told newsmen that the week-long competition would see a pool of 64 players in both the female and male categories compete for mouth-watering prizes.

Reports have it that the prestigious squash competition is expected to serve off on Nov. 27 and end on Dec. 2 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Package B, Abuja.

Oyerinde said that a N1 million prize purse has been earmarked for the competition with an equal prize pool of N500,000 for each category.

He said there would also be a N250,000 prize money for the runners-up, while the semi-finalists will smile home with N100,000 each.

He added that there was a provision for other cash prizes for the quarterfinalists, Round of 16 as well as Round of 32 players.

“The Abuja Squash Open 2023 which is being hosted by BSL Sports will bring together top-tier players from across the region.

“The stakes are high, making the competition fierce and thrilling for participants and spectators alike.

“This prestigious event, powered by Child Care and Wellness Clinics, promises an exhilarating week of intense competition, camaraderie, and sportsmanship,” he said.

He noted that in a significant boost to the squash community, the tournament had garnered support not just from the federation alone but from other esteemed partners including the PSA World Tour, and the Abuja Squash Club.

Pascal Ezeh, Creative Director of BSL said registration for the event was open to all categories of players who wish to showcase their talent on the squash court.

He said that there would also be other side attractions, including a raffle draw which will see a lucky winner smile home with a brand new car as well as rackets, squash balls, and many more.

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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025

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1 hour ago

November 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.

From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.

Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.

They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.

Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.

The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.

With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.

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