Basketball
Igoche Mark Promises Mega 2023 Edition of Mark D Ball Basketball Championship

…Says Opposition Won’t Stop the Vision.
The Initiator of Mark D Ball Basketball Championship, Mr.Igoche Mark says the New Face of Basketball is so happy and blessed to have created little impact in basketball in 2022.This he said was achieved as a result of partnership with critical stakeholders.
Mark in his new year message on Sunday, noted that the little achievement in 2022 was met with great resistance by those he described as “enemies of the game.” He said the biggest pain was the D’Tigress not participating at the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Australia.
“The New Face of Basketball,the Organiser of Mark D Ball Basketball Championship is so blessed and happy to note that our little impact in the game of basketball in 2022 was as a result of partnership with stakeholders;Players,Coaches,Technical Officials, Referees,Club Owners, Administrators,Veterans and the Media.
Although, the year was one with bags of mixed feelings, as our doodle attempt to get the ball bouncing was fought with great resistance by the enemies of the game, alongside state actors.These enemies, ensured that the D’Tigress became the biggest porn in the year 2022, while feeding fat on their bonuses and allowances; they succeeded by denying our ladies the chance to participate at the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Sidney, Australia.”Mark said in a statement.
He promised that the New Face of Basketball will continue to be “a tricky porn” in basketball, as he assures stakeholders and lovers of the game of a better 2023 edition of Mark D Ball Basketball Championship that will be a reference point in Africa.
“Despite all these glitches,our sterling reputation remained the same; as our resolve is to become a tricky pony in the slam and dunk game in the year 2023 and beyond,despite their proclivity to always stun the growth of the domestic game because of greed.
Let me use this medium to inform all stakeholders that 2023 edition of Mark D Basketball Championship will become a reference point in Africa, as we will soon let the cat out of the bag.”His statement also reads.
IGOCHE MARK’S NEW YEAR MESSAGE IN FULL.
The New Face of Basketball,the Organiser of Mark D Ball Basketball Championship is so blessed and happy to note that our little impact in the game of basketball in 2022 was as a result of partnership with stakeholders;Players,Coaches,Technical Officials, Referees,Club Owners, Administrators,Veterans and the Media.
Although, the year was one with bags of mixed feelings, as our doodle attempt to get the ball bouncing was fought with great resistance by the enemies of the game, alongside state actors.These enemies, ensured that the D’Tigress became the biggest porn in the year 2022, while feeding fat on their bonuses and allowances; they succeeded by denying our ladies the chance to participate at the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Sidney, Australia.
Despite all these glitches,our sterling reputation remained the same; as our resolve is to become a tricky pony in the slam and dunk game in the year 2023 and beyond,despite their proclivity to always stun the growth of the domestic game because of greed.
Let me use this medium to inform all stakeholders that 2023 edition of Mark D Basketball Championship will become a reference point in Africa, as we will soon let the cat out of the bag.
This is wishing you a new year filled with possibilities.May the New Year 2023 bring you more happiness, success, love, and blessings.So dream big and believe in your self this year!
Basketball
Bauchi FA Chairman Patrick Pascal Honoured at Be Happy Basketball Tournament

Bauchi State Football Association Chairman, Patrick Pascal, was honored at the recently concluded Be Happy Basketball Tournament in Bauchi. The annual event, sponsored by former basketball international Danjuma Maijama’a Wunti, brought together over 13 basketball teams from across Nigeria for a week of exciting competition.
The 2025 edition of the tournament saw Suns Basketball Academy of Jos emerge as champions, clinching the top prize of ₦500,000. Adamawa Stars of Yola finished second, while Mak-Town Flyers of Makurdi claimed third place, earning ₦200,000 for their efforts.
Several standout players received individual accolades:
• Most Valuable Player (MVP): Rayyan Salis (Suns Basketball Academy, Jos).
• Most Improved Player: Modupe Lawrence (Mak-Town Flyers, Makurdi).
• Best Defensive Player: Thomas Abo (Mak-Town Flyers, Makurdi).
• Highest Scorer: Rayyan Salis (Suns Basketball Academy).
• Best 3-Point Shooter: Solomon Iliya (Be Happy Stars, Bauchi).
Teams from across Nigeria took part, including Maktown Flyers (Makurdi), Joe Geez (Jos), Adamawa Stars (Yola), Gamji (Maiduguri), Elite Basketball Club (Takum), Suns Basketball Academy (Jos), Abba Gida Gida (Kano), Katsina United (Katsina), D Block Basketball Club (Kaduna), Yankari Kings (Bauchi), The Cubs Basketball Club (Bauchi), and Be Happy Stars (Bauchi).
Speaking on his recognition, Patrick Pascal expressed gratitude to the tournament sponsor, Danjuma Maijama’a Wunti, for his commitment to youth empowerment and development through sports. He praised the players for their remarkable display of skill and teamwork throughout the competition, highlighting the event’s importance in fostering talent and unity.
The Be Happy Basketball Tournament continues to grow in stature as a major platform for discovering and nurturing basketball talent across Nigeria.
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