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You’re Destined to Rule the World-NBBF President Igoche Mark Tells D’Tigress

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3 years ago

February 13, 2022

The President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation NBBF,Mr Igoche Mark has again saluted the astounding performance of Nigeria’s Senior Women Basketball Team,D’Tigress after they defeat Mali 73-69 on Sunday at the ongoing FIBA Women World Cup Qualifiers in Serbia.

The ladies wasted no time in the game as they dominated in all the quarters.

Saluting the African Champions,the NBBF President,Mr. Igoche Mark said the victory of the team means that ladies are destined to rule the world.

“Champions of Africa,you have done it again, your victory today against Mali was astounding.

Your performance in this qualifiers is a testament to the fact that you’re destined to rule the world.Thank you ladies for putting the negative past behind you.Continue to excel as Champs!

Let me assure you,under my leadership,Basketball will become the number one sport in Nigeria.”Mark stated.
He assured the team that they will surely participated at the FIBA World Cup in Australia later in the year,advising the team to disregard contrary reports about the nation’s withdrawal from the tournament.

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Bauchi FA Chairman Patrick Pascal Honoured at Be Happy Basketball Tournament

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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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