16 schools for second Athletics School Games

By Daily Sports Nigeria on March 8, 2025

The second edition of The Athletics Games will feature 16 schools consisting of eight primary and eight secondary schools, the organisers have announced.

Initiator of the event, Seun Akinbohun, says she is inspired to stage the second edition this year following the positive feedback of the maiden edition in 2024.

The first edition which was held at the Yaba Tech Sports Complex featured 11 schools—four primary and seven secondary.

“TASG began as a passion project for sports,” Akinbohun said.

“We’ve expanded the event to include more kids, age categories, and flexibility. I’m excited to bring the experience from the first edition into the second, with a larger technical committee and more experienced personnel.

“There are so many opportunities for kids in TASG, and I’m glad we are contributing to their development.”

The Lagos State Athletics Association-sanctioned meet is rapidly gaining recognition among schools, with more teams eager to participate in this year’s edition.

In addition to LSAA’s endorsement, TASG has received backing from the Athletics Federation of Nigeria and World Athletics.

“We hope to expand and include public schools in the future. It’s a work in progress, but we aim to bring public and private schools together for friendly competitions. We look forward to more support from the government and potential collaborations.

“I observed that the focus in Lagos had shifted predominantly to swimming competitions, leaving little opportunity for children interested in athletics. I decided to take action and create something meaningful. Growing up, I was deeply involved in track and field, and I wanted my children and their friends to have similar opportunities to showcase their athletic skills.”

Reflecting on the maiden edition, Akinbohun expressed her satisfaction with the experience.

“You never know what you can achieve until you try. The first edition was a great experience, receiving positive feedback from participating schools, officials, and technical advisers. It was fulfilling to see the children enjoy the games, remember the medals, and cherish the experience.”

 

 

 

Source Punch Ng

Posted March 8, 2025


 

You may also like...
Kevin-Prince Boateng: I wasted all my money

Nigeria Makes Impact In Track Cycling Championship

Liverpool fans in Nsukka celebrate UEFA Champions league...

ABS Cracker: We won’t miss Alhassan, others —...

Real Madrid labour to beat Leganes without Ronaldo,...

Firmino’s Late Winner Sends Liverpool Clear Of Spurs...

 

Latest News Nwokolo ready for title defence today Amusan set for first hurdles race in seven months Nnadozie celebrates Paris FC feats amid injury fears 6th JOF Kids Cup Ends On Sunday At Unilag Sports Centre Nigeria dominates African Weightlifting Championship Nnadozie injury raises fear ahead of WAFCON NFF declares war on corrupt referees, threatens 10-year ban Remo Ladies seal playoff spot in Abia Nigeria eyes World Championship tickets at World Relays MTN CHAMPS final gets new date Osimhen deal close as United set to trigger release clause Joshua grateful to Nigeria, departs for next fight

 

Most Read Rangers International going, going . . . (55,448 views) Amaju Pinnick: A cat with nine lives (46,591 views) Second Term: Amaju Pinnick, Other NFF Heavyweights Home to Roost •How Pinnick Broke the Jinx (44,601 views) Missing $150,000 IAAF Grant: Solomon Dalung’s Hide and Seek game (44,236 views) Sports Development: Zenith Bank on the zenith (44,210 views) Current issues in Nigerian sports: Matters arising (44,209 views) Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje’s solid footprints, commitment to sports development in Kano State (44,005 views) NFF Presidency: Pinnick, Maigari, Ogunjobi, Okoye in Battle for Supremacy (43,554 views) Olopade, BET9A wave of revolution in NNL (42,655 views) Commonwealth Games 2018: Shame of Muhammadu Buhari, Solomon Dalung (41,296 views) Ibrahimovic’s Man U exit: Whose decision is it? And in whose interest? (39,733 views) John Mikel Obi: Segun Odegbami’s Outrageous Call! (39,159 views)

 

Phone numbers

Tel: +234(0)8066020976
+234(0)8055068145
+234(0)7013416146
+234(0)8094272884

Email addresses

info@dailysportsng.com
support@dailysportsng.com
publisher@dailysportsng.com

Office address

No 3, Adetoun Close, Off College Road, Ogba, Ikeja Lagos.
Website: www.dailysportsng.com

Social Media