The President Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF),Musa Nimrod praised the partnership with the Nigeria School Sport Federation
The championship drew over 300 young athletes from 17 states, sparking renewed interest in volleyball among school-aged children. Top performers will represent Nigeria at the International School Sport Federation (ISF) World School Volleyball Championship in China in December.
Nimrod emphasized the federation’s commitment to supporting volleyball academies and providing resources, including soft volleyballs, to schools and younger players.
“ Revealed that starting from next year, the federation will expand youth categories to include Under 12, Under 15, Under 17, and Under 19 competitions.
“We will ensure that age-grade categories such as Under 20, Under 19, Under 15, and Under 13 are fully developed because we already have volleyball academies across the country.
also speaking The NSSF President Olabisi Joseph echoed this sentiment and said the championship’s role in nurturing young talents and promoting total education through sports.
She expressed delight over the successful hosting of the first-ever national volleyball competition for school children, describing it as a major step toward discovering and nurturing young talents through the school system.
“This is an exceptional opportunity for our children to showcase their talent because there will be scouts from all over the world at the event.
Nigeria will be part of it, and our students will make us proud on the global stage.
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