Sports
How PwC Sponsorship initiative is helping Cricket growth In Nigeria-Akpata
Joel Ajayi
President of Cricket Federation NCF Uyi Akpata has applauded the effort of PricewaterhouseCoopers PwC for sponsoring the Under 17 tournament over the years in the country saying the initiative is no doubt given mileage to the cricket in the country.
President who was represented by the Vice President Wale Obalola stated at the just concluded PwC/NCF Under-17 Cricket National Championships in Abuja.
He stated that the sponsorship is no doubt giving mileage to the Development of Cricket Federation in the country.
According to him, on behalf of the board I we thanked our sponsor PwC this is the fourth edition and their sponsors initiative is giving cricket mileage in Nigeria.
“Every year, we experience great improvement, innovations that are bringing growth and development to the game of cricket in the country, we are seeing players coming in from remote places that don’t even play cricket to the podium finish, this is great and we are grateful.”
Speaking also, the Representative of PwC Mr Tolu Adeleke, said the joy of the company is to see many Young Nigerians growing to achieve their purpose in Life.“Our purpose in PwC is building trust, I think the tournament is like a pool where players are discovered for the national teams.
“The competition is a way of developing talents, young stars that will ultimately play at under 19 and 20, we have seen a positive impact on players coming here getting exposed, getting exposed to the principles, and meeting people in cricket. That is one of the reasons why at PwC we vow to continue the collaboration for more talent to be discovered.”
He pledged that come next year PwC will also bring a lot of innovations that will put a smile on the faces of many young Nigerian who have no hope.
Meanwhile at the end of 4th edition of the tournament, Male and Female teams from the South-South region emerged the winner of 2023 edition of PwC/NCF Under-17 Cricket National Championships in Abuja.South/south boys defeated their counterparts from North West as their females beat the South/East region respectively.
It’s the fourth consecutive win for the ladies and the third for the male team.For females, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) was presented to Piety Lucky of South/South. As Unity Ogboe from South/Emerges Most valuable player for the boy.
Basketball
Plateau, M2 Academy Clash in Final as CDS U-18 Democracy Day Basketball Tournament Ends in Abuja
By Joel Ajayi
As the curtain falls on the second edition of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Democracy Day U-18 Basketball Tournament, all eyes will be on the grand finale today Wednesday in Abuja where Plateau State will take on the high-flying M2 Academy in what promises to be an electrifying encounter.
The 5days tournament organized to commemorate Nigeria’s Democracy Day and promote youth engagement through sports, has witnessed thrilling displays of talent and teamwork from budding basketball stars across the country.
Both Plateau and M2 Academy have shown resilience, skill, and determination throughout the competition, earning their spots in the final through hard-fought victories.
M2 Academy, known for their fast-paced and tactical style, will be hoping to outclass a physically dominant Plateau side that has wowed fans with their aggressive play and defensive discipline.
Trophies, medals, and individual awards will be presented at the end of today’s final to recognize outstanding performers, including Most Valuable Player, Best Defender, and Top Scorer.
As Plateau and M2 Academy square off at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, fans can expect an action-packed finale that underscores the rising potential of youth basketball in Nigeria.
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