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Basketball: Oguche Plans Summer Camp In Abuja

Published

5 years ago

July 22, 2019

The Samuel Oguche Basketball Foundation has announced it will host a basketball camp in Abuja this summer to celebrate its 4th year anniversary.

The camp will dunk off on 22nd to 26th July 2019 at the prestigious Gilali basketball court in Abuja.

Speaking on the coming events, the founder of the basketball camp, Samuel Oguche said, “Over the past 4 years, I have seen the impact basketball can have not only on one kid but also on their entire nation.

“I have a dream of providing Nigerian youth access to the game of basketball and empowering them to achieve their greatest potential”.

According to him, the summer camp program promises to be one of the best and would have both male and female in attendance and between the ages 10-16.

Samuel Oguche is holding his annual basketball program alongside his friends from all over the world, including, Elsa Landberg and Anna Lundquist from Sweden graduates from an international college in America.

The ex, basketball international, launched his basketball camp in 2016 in Nigeria, with aspirations to leverage on basketball as a tool for young boys and girls to Dream Big, and maximize opportunities for their future in Nigeria.

Since its’ inception, the not-for-profit organization has expanded its footprint and programming across Nigeria and beyond.

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WESIE League Set to Transform Basketball and Ignite Investor Interest in Sports, Says Founder Funke Adeniji

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1 month ago

November 8, 2024

The Gleamer

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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