Basketball

Kida rallies support for D’Tigers as World cup qualifiers resume

Published

3 years ago

June 30, 2022

Joel Ajayi
Engr Musa Kida has advised Nigerians home and abroad to rally behind the D’Tigers as they resume their FIBA World Cup qualifiers on Friday against Cape Verde.

While giving this charge, the Nigeria Basketball Federation President said the support of Nigerians is key to the morale and performance on and off the court as they target finishing strong in Group A.

“We must all come together as Nigerians to support the team so that we can advance to the next round. I am in touch with the team. The mood in camp is high because the boys are ready to make the country proud”.

“All the players on the team are Nigerians representing the country. Reactions have trailed the list. These reactions have been noted. These are players that the technical crew believes can get the job done during this window and we must give them our full support”.

The NBBF boss assured fans and stakeholders that the federation would leave no stone unturned to ensure that D’Tigers book a ticket to the next FIBA World Cup.

“We are one of the best teams in Africa, we have to be at the world cup. As a federation, we will do everything within our power to deliver the world cup ticket”.

He thanked His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, and the Honorable Minister of Sports, Sunday Dare for their continued support.

Nigeria sits atop group A with five points from three games. The top three teams from each group will advance to the second round.

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Bauchi FA Chairman Patrick Pascal Honoured at Be Happy Basketball Tournament

Published

2 months ago

January 21, 2025

The Gleamer

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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