DavNotch Tennis Open: : Adewale, Omisore win second edition of wheelchair Championship

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3 years ago

May 15, 2022

Alexander Adewale, Omisore Kafayat on Saturday in Abuja won respectively the male and female of the second edition of the ongoing DavNotch National Open Tennis Championship in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports in the final match of the wheelchair played at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium saw the seed number one Adewale retain his title as the defending champion.

In the final match male competition of the wheelchair Adewale Yusuf Wasiu 6-3 6-3 to emerge champion.

In the female final match Omisore beat Foluke Shodeinde 6-4 6-1 to emerge champion in the female category of the championship.

Speaking after the match, Adewale said he is happy to remain Championship on the male category.

“In the CBN the court will juge the game but my expectation to also win the championship.

“We appeal to the Ministry and the Federation to organise more tournaments so that we will be fit for International championship,”he said.

On her part Omisore said, she is happy that she won the championship.

“I will go and prepare for the next championship in CBN National Tennis Championship.

“I will also fight to win the game CBN that is my second target,”she said.

NAN reports that the winner in the male and female categories won a prize of N150,000 each.

The runner up in the two categories won N100,000 each which the semifinals won N75,000 each.

The quarter finals on two categories won N50,000 each and the First round won N35,000 each.

NAN reports that DavNotch Nigeria Limited is sponsoring the competition which is being organised by the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF).

NAN reports that a total of 32 players are featuring in the female and male categories of the wheelchair championship.

A total of 64 male players and 32 female are featuring in the main category of the championship.

NAN

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From Mavlon FC to Finland: The Rising Journey of James Samuel Friday

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4 hours ago

March 21, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

James Samuel Friday, a promising young goalkeeper from Nigeria, has recently made headlines following his transfer from Mavlon FC to SJK Seinäjoki II in Finland. Born on April 5, 2006, the 18-year-old shot-stopper is already making a name for himself with his impressive performances between the sticks.

Mavlon FC, a Nigerian club renowned for identifying and nurturing young talents, discovered Friday at just 12 years old in 2018. His early recruitment under the club’s “catch them young” policy underscores their confidence in his abilities. Over the years, his dedication and hard work have been instrumental in shaping his promising career.

During his time at Mavlon FC, Friday also gained valuable international exposure, participating in the prestigious 73rd and 74th Viareggio Youth Tournaments in Italy. His performances caught the attention of scouts and clubs beyond Nigeria’s borders.

On February 1, 2025, Friday officially joined SJK Seinäjoki II, a Finnish club where he aims to develop further and gain vital experience in a competitive European environment. Prior to this significant move, he was invited by English club Charlton Athletic for a training and development program in London, where he impressed the technical crew and management with his goalkeeping skills.

Internationally, Friday has already represented Nigeria at the U20 level. He made his debut on March 7, 2024, under coach Ladan Bosso, earning his first cap for the national team. Since then, he has remained committed to improving his game and proving himself on bigger stages.

In modern football, where goalkeepers are expected to contribute to team play beyond shot-stopping, Friday excels with his ball-playing abilities. His precise passing allows him to connect with teammates effectively, facilitating quick transitions from defense to attack. Standing tall at 1.95m, he commands his area with authority and provides a strong presence between the posts.

With his talent, work ethic, and the right environment at SJK Seinäjoki II, Friday is poised for a bright future in European football.

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