2023 Nigeria Volleyball League (2nd phase) kick-off in Abuja
Posted : 17 November 2023
The board of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVF) restated its unwavering commitment to the growth and development of the game in Nigeria on Friday. This promise comes on the heels of the second phase of the 2023 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League, which resumed today in Abuja.
The 2023 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League, which kicks off today, November 17th, will culminate on November 25th at the Moshood Abiola Stadium.
In the men’s first match, the Nigeria Police Force takes on NSCDC, while the defending champions, Offa VC, will battle COAS Spikers. The 2022 National Division 1 champion will slug it out with the experienced Sunshine Spikers, and the Nigeria Immigration Service faces Kada Kings.
In the women’s matches, the 2022 National Division 1 Champions, as well as the runner-up CNS Spikers and Life Camp, will light up the court. Youthful Anambra Queens face the experienced Nigeria Immigration Service, COAS Spikers renew their rivalry against NSCDC, while Benue Queens will slug it out with Kwara United.
The Technical Director of NVBF, Chief Martin Melandi, reaffirmed the board's total commitment to the growth and development of the game in Nigeria. Melandi mentioned that excitement awaits teams, players, fans, as well as keen observers of the league.
“We acknowledge the challenges in our selfless quest to ensure that volleyball is properly developed in Nigeria.
``This board of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation remains committed, despite the perennial paucity of funds bedeviling the development of sports in Nigeria."
He said the league champion will qualify to represent Nigeria at next year’s African Club Championships.
Day 1 men’s fixtures:
Nigeria Police vs. NSCDC
Nigeria Immigration Service vs. Kada Kings
Spartans of Yola vs. Sunshine Spikers
Offa VC vs. COAS Spikers
Women’s fixtures:
Anambra Queens vs. Nigeria Immigration Service
CNS Spikers vs. Life Camp
COAS Spikers vs. NSCDC
Benue Queens vs. Kwara United
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