Some sports enthusiasts at the 16th IBB Junior Golf Open in Abuja have called for the consolidation of the future of golf in Nigeria
Some sports enthusiasts in Abuja have called for the consolidation of the future of golf in the country. Fewer than 146 children are participating in the 16th edition of the IBB Junior Golf Open at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja. The championship, which is being organised by the IBB Ladies Golf Section,…
The championship, which is being organised by the IBB Ladies Golf Section, teed off on Thursday and will end on Sunday.A cross-section of sports enthusiasts who spoke to journalists on the sidelines of the ceremonial tee-off said there was a need to ensure that the development of golf at the grassroots was sustained.
He said that the 16th edition of the championship was a testament to the fact that the competition had, over the years, produced quality players. Dare said: “I must give kudos to the organisers for bringing these talented young ones from different clubs across the country. It takes a lot to put together an event like this.
Babayo said: “If we don’t develop these young talents, then there is no hope for the survival of the game in the country. This is why we attach so much importance to this championship. It is where our young ones come to showcase their golfing prowess. “We have a total of 146 children right now that are ready to slug it out for honours and to become the champion of the 16th edition of the championship,” she said.
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