Sports
TTA League Set to Commence on February 6 with Over 450,000 in Cash Prizes
Joel Ajayi
The much-anticipated second edition of the Federal Capital Territory Table League is set to commence on February 6, 2024 .
The five-week-long event will feature competition across three divisions, catering to players of varying skill levels. The divisions include the Super League for seasoned professionals, Division One for amateurs, and Division Two designed specifically for beginners.
Enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing the participation of 30 players, each vying for victory and the opportunity to claim a share of the generous cash prizes totaling four hundred and fifty thousand naira across various categories.
The prestigious event will unfold at the TTA Tennis Hall in Gwarimpa, providing a platform for emerging talents to showcase their skills. This league is not just a competition; it’s a breeding ground for the future stars who have the potential to step into the shoes of aging players at the national level.
As the league kicks off, it is expected to create a buzz in the sporting community, attracting attention from both avid fans and aspiring players.
Beyond the thrill of competition, the second edition of the FCT Table League is poised to become a catalyst for the discovery and nurturing of new talents that will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and vibrancy of table tennis in the region.
The significance of this league extends beyond the immediate competition, serving as a crucial stepping stone for the development and sustainability of table tennis excellence in the Federal Capital Territory.
Sports
Aliyu Baba Shines with Six Goals in Five NNL Appearances for Sporting Lagos
Joel Ajayi
Striker Aliyu Baba of Sporting Lagos, continues to court attention in the Nigeria National League (NNL) with his impressive goalscoring return, netting 6 times in five starts in the second division.
Aliyu, 21, scored a hattrick in a must-win away match against Solution FC on Sunday evening, taking his tally to 6 goals from just five starts.
The lagos-based club signed him from Mahanaim FC during mid-season transfer window, after it struggled to find the back of the net in the first stanza of the season.
Aliyu opened his Sporting account scoring a brace in a 3-2 away win over Abakaliki FC. He followed that with a goal against First Bank FC after coming from the bench.
The deadly striker then produced another stunning away performance, scoring a hattrick in the 3-3 away draw against Solution FC.
He delivered 6-goals in 9 total appearances (5-starts and 3 substitute apps) for the Lagos club, despite only joining them in March during the mid-season window.
This goalscoring prowess has now attracted many football followers and clubs in the country.
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