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V/ball Premier: Offa VC Shock Kano Pillars on Day 7

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3 years ago

December 18, 2021

Offa VC beat league leaders, Kano Pillars 3-1 (18-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-26) in the men’s category of the ongoing final phase of the 2021 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League in Abuja on Saturday.

Kano Pillars started the game on a bright note, winning the first set by 25-18 points but the young and energetic OFFA VC boys took the second, third and fourth sets to dent the title chance of Kano Pillars.

An elated head coach of OFFA VC, Suleiman Ajeigbe said it is a dream come true for a community club to beat a highly reputable team.

Ajeigbe revealed that he applied to part of the coaching strategies taught by the resources person, Edosa Aye.

He said, ”I am very happy and honored to have achieved this in this league. We actually went back to rewatch all mistakes that we did in our previous matches and then we re-strategized and the results is what we got.

”Our previous matches, we have won and lost but today victory made it three wins and three loses,” he said.

He promised to give Nigeria Customs Service a good fight when both teams meet on Sunday.
He said, “Our next match is against Nigeria Customs Service on Sunday. We are ready for them because they are yet to lose any match in the second phase and by tomorrow the jinx will be broken God’s willing”.

Day 7 men’s results:
Nigeria Immigration Service 1 v 3 Nigeria Correctional Service (21-25, 17-25, 25-21, 20-25)
NSCDC 3 v 0 COAS Spikers (25-21, 27-25, 25-21)
Nigeria Police Force 3 v 0 Sunshine Spikers (25-18, 25-15, 25-14)
UCEM VC 0 v 3 Nigeria Customs Service (18-25, 18-25, 19-25)
OFFA VC 3 v 1 Kano Pillars (18-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-16)
Day 7 women’s results:
Nigeria Customs Service 3 v 0 COAS Spikers (25-21, 25-18, 25-21)
Nigeria Immigration Service 3 v 1 (25-22, 25-22, 20-25, 25-23)
Benue Queens 0 v 3 NSCDC (13-25, 17-25, 10-25)

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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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