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NIGTEQ President, Gumel Charges Coaches, Referees On Professionalism

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The President, Nigeria Teqball Federation, NIGTEQ, Engr Habu Gumel has charged the coaches and referees of the beautiful game on professionalism.

Engr. Gumel who gave the charge on Sunday in Abuja while addressing the coaches and referees who are undergoing a four-day capacity training workshop commended the coaches and referees for turning up for the programme.

Describing them as the pioneers of teqball in Nigeria, the President encouraged them to put in their best and be good ambassadors of the curved game.

“We all know that our own Olympic, the sports festival is going on in in Edo state but I decided to cut short my programme there to be here with you.

“This obviously is because if the importance we all attached to this great training programme. I therefore encourage you that as you finish this training to be professional in your duties. Whether as a coach or referee,you should be able to understand your professional duties and be able to uphold them always.

“You are the pioneers of the teqball in Nigeria and much is expected of you. You should be good ambassadors of the game,” Engr Gumel who is also the President of Nigeria Olympic Committee, said.

The four-day capacity training will be rounded up on Tuesday.

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Paul Salami Fires Hat-Trick as U23 Side Defeats 10-Man Melbourne Sharks

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Paul Salami’s Stunning Hat-Trick Sinks 10-Man Melbourne Sharks in U23 Showdown

Nigerian-born midfielder Paul Salami stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, leading his side to a dominant 3-0 victory over the Melbourne Sharks in Week 9 of the Australian U23 League.

The 21-year-old rising star opened the scoring in the 20th minute, calmly finishing off a swift counter-attack to put his team ahead. The momentum shifted further in their favor when Sharks defender Liam Mastos received a straight red card in the 40th minute for a reckless challenge, forcing the home side to play with 10 men.

Salami continued to exploit the numerical advantage with clinical precision. He netted his second goal in the 52nd minute, capping off a well-orchestrated team move, before sealing his hat-trick in the 75th minute with a composed finish that left the goalkeeper with no chance.

Operating with poise and creativity in midfield, Salami’s performance was a masterclass in attacking intelligence, control, and execution. His match-winning display not only earned him the match ball but also solidified his growing reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in the league.

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