NOC's Game Changer Basketball clinic holds in Mowe

Posted : 26 June 2024

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Mowe, Ogun State, became a hub of activity when students from 12 secondary schools in the area gathered at Additional Plus Sports and Education Initiative (APSEP) in Pakuro to learn basketball techniques and skills.

Tagged "Game Changer: Leadership through Basketball," the event is an initiative of the Commonwealth Sports Changer programme in collaboration with the Nigeria Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Nigeria.

The list of schools participating in the Game Changer Program includes:

- Rifat Pasha Quranic Memorization School
- Graceland School, Mowe
- New Heights International School
- Champions International College, Magboro, Mowe
- Value Grace School, Pakuro
- Flying Colors International School
- Fortune Land Academy, Mowe
- Redeemer High School, Mowe
- Slegg Flourish School
- Classic Vintage School, Pakuro, Mowe
- Advocate High School, Pakuro, Mowe
- God's Fabulous Home for Special Needs

In addition to learning the fundamentals and techniques of basketball, the students were encouraged to avoid social vices and embrace sports.

The Secretary-General of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Tunde Poopola, emphasized, “The objective of the programme is to provide opportunities for students in Mowe to understand the importance of sports and education in youth development.”

The lead organizer, Seun Narowoh, highlighted that the purpose of the event was to identify, nurture, and develop basketball talents. She also mentioned that the event provided a platform for students from different schools to meet, interact, and exchange ideas, benefiting their future endeavors in both sports and academics.

Austin Odijie, the Project Coordinator of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, also spoke at the event. He stated that the goal of the event was to prepare talents for the next Commonwealth Games. He explained that the talent hunt spans various sports and communities across the country, providing an opportunity to identify and develop hidden talents for future local and international sporting events. He noted that the event was initiated by the Commonwealth Games board.

There were side attractions like rap and dance competitions. The students enjoyed good music, lectures, and basketball lessons. All participants received certificates of participation.

NOC's Game Changer Basketball clinic holds in Mowe

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