Basketball
Mark D’Ball Basketball Tournament Returns To Abuja With Bang,
…..Game Jan. 8th kick-off date
Joel Ajayi
All is now set for the rejuvenated Basketball Championship known as Mark ‘D’ Ball tournament for the Male and Female category as the tournament that had contributed to the growth and development of basketball in the country returned with bangs as tourney was on Tuesday unveiled in the Federal Capital Territory.
At the unveiling, all the stakeholders were happy to see the game back since 2017.
Speaking at the unveiling of the game, Founder/Initiator of Mark ‘D’ Ball Basketball tournament Igoche Mark. revealed that tournaments are new, and is going to be different from what it used to be.
Giving the hint on the coming game, Igoche said the Female Championship will Commence in Abuja on the 8th of January 2022 will see 12 women basketball teams slug it out at the Indoor Basketball Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja
While that of Male will commence 22nd of January and will last for 12 weeks with 12 teams across the country at the same venue.
According to him, this tournament is part of the stakeholder’s efforts geared toward resurrecting the domestic basketball leagues in 2022 promised by the proprietor of Mark Mentors Basketball Club,
“We are here all today because we love this game, a game in which we are passionate about and a place where we spend most of our lives, hence there is no gainsaying that as you make your bed, so shall lie on it.
“As you are aware the mark the ball brand and her affiliations are not new to the basketball family. Therefore, in continuation of our contribution to the sustainable development of basketball, and in trying to see that the game is put back on the map.
“We are working to ensure all critical stakeholders are involved in this developmental process.
He expressed that, the committee is working on modalities to ensure a better and the best tourney come 2022
Mark D’ Ball basketball tournament boss, therefore, assured continued support of basketball in Nigeria: “I will do everything within my reach that basketball will not die in Nigeria.
“We must all come together and unite together to bring basketball to life Let us leave no stone unturned to ensure the growth of basketball.”
Talking about the prize, Mr. Mark said the committee will not announce the cash price now but the winners will smile home at the end of the event.
Also, at the unveiling two giant trophies unveiled for male and female tournaments
Basketball
WESIE League Set to Transform Basketball and Ignite Investor Interest in Sports, Says Founder Funke Adeniji
Funke A. Adeniji, the visionary founder of the Women’s Elite Sports Empowerment Initiative (WESIE), announced that the WESIE Basketball League, a groundbreaking endeavor designed to reimagine basketball in Nigeria and attract increased business investment in sports.
Speaking on the sidelines of the league’s kickoff, Adeniji emphasized that the initiative is more than just a competition—it’s a platform aimed at elevating the visibility and commercial appeal of sports, particularly for women athletes.
“This is the first basketball league of its kind in Nigeria, featuring women’s teams across 15 states,” Adeniji explained. “Every weekend for the next six weeks, fans will see teams battle it out in a home-and-away format, bringing an international-standard experience to audiences nationwide.”
The league, exclusively for players over 18, is rooted in addressing gender disparities in sports. By providing elite female athletes with equal opportunities, WESIE hopes to drive greater recognition, paving the way for enhanced visibility on national and global stages.
“This isn’t just about competition; it’s about transforming the sports landscape to inspire businesses to support and invest in women’s sports, amplifying their market reach and social impact,” Adeniji stated.
The inaugural weekend saw thrilling matchups across seven games, delivering powerful performances and a taste of the excitement to come. Victoria Queens defeated Hope Dreams 52-37, while Life League secured a victory over Book and Ball with a score of 58-47.
In subsequent clashes, Life League narrowly fell to Hoop Dreams 29-30, while Victoria Queens clinched a second triumph, overcoming Book and Ball with a 62-36 win. AGF had a hard-fought battle but narrowly lost to V. Buzzers 57-59. IMBA delivered a solid 50-36 victory over Hope, and Divine Speed capped the weekend with an impressive 23-13 win over Hope, setting the tone for a fiercely competitive season.
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