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Masters (Amateurs) tournament: Ali race to top of leaderboard

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3 years ago

December 16, 2021

David Ali on Thursday raced out to the top of the leaderboard after a brilliant first round at the Arsenal golf course, Owerri.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that six amateur golfers teed off at the luscious pastures of the famous and eclectic Arsenal golf course.

The tournament manager, Ndubuisi Okeya who confirmed the result to NAN noted that Ali, number five on the amateur order of merit 2021, finished the day, top of the leaderboard.

“The Benue Amateur player started his round with a par, then a birdie which followed on the third hole before making bogeys on the fourth, fifth, and sixth hole and finishing the first 9 with birdies.

“He opened his back nine with a birdie and bogey on 10th/11th hole; three more birdies on 12th, 14th and 18th hole for a round score of 1 under (71),” he said.

Ali was quoted as saying that he was excited with his performance and hoped to replicate the same in the second, third and final rounds.

Okeya said Joseph Moses and Uchenna Anoruo who hold the first and second place in the tours order of merit respectively were tied in second place at the end of the first round.

“These two entered the first round with confidence after shooting a 1 over (73), still good enough to ascend to the top of leaderboard if they give it their best shot in subsequent rounds.

“The tournament gets tougher as the remaining players are unsure of victory but are willing to fight till the end.

“The buzz however on everyone’s mind is if Ali will remain top of the leaderboard at the end of the tournament,” he said

NAN

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NFF President Cup Football Tournament Kicks Off in Kaduna with Exciting Opening Ceremony

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1 day ago

November 13, 2024

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The NFF President Cup Football Tournament for Nigeria National League (NNL) clubs began in style on November 12, 2024, marking a key step in promoting football development in Kaduna State and across the league. The tournament, held at the historic Ahmadu Bello Stadium, will run until November 20 and promises fans thrilling preseason action and intense competition among participating teams.

The opening ceremony was a highlight, with Kaduna State’s Commissioner of Sports Development, Professor Benjamin Kumai Gugong, officially launching the event by kicking off the first ball—a symbolic gesture underscoring the state’s commitment to nurturing sports and supporting local football talent. Professor Gugong remained for the inaugural match, where two local teams, Kada Warriors FC and Kawo FA, delivered an exciting performance. In a closely fought game, Kawo FA emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Kada Warriors FC.

Chairman of the tournament, Hon. Magaji Alhasan, welcomed the teams and officials in his opening remarks, applauding Kaduna’s warm hospitality. He assured all participants that fair and transparent officiating would be a top priority, with oversight directly under his supervision. Alhasan also expressed his hopes for the NFF President Cup to become an annual tradition, providing a vital platform for NNL clubs to prepare for each season.

With four matches scheduled daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the tournament promises a nonstop display of football talent that will captivate fans and further enhance Kaduna State’s reputation as a center for sports.

The tournament serves as an essential preseason platform, allowing clubs to refine their skills and gear up for the forthcoming National League season.

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