Katsina H3 polo team is set to make a return to the Ibadan Polo arena, 18 years after not participating in the NPA Ibadan International Polo Tournament.
It forms an integral part of the teams which will be vying for honours in this year’s NPA Ibadan international Polo tournament.
Speaking with journalists in Ibadan at a briefing ahead of the week-long tournament which begins next Monday, the Chairman of the tournament, who is also the Vice-President of the club, Bola Adeyemi, said Katsina H3 has not been participating at Ibadan Polo International tournament due to some issues which have been resolve.
He expressed excitement of Ibadan Polo Club to play host to the Katsina Polo team.
According to him, 18 teams will be participating, making it the highest participation in recent time.
He said: “We have 10 away teams and 8 home teams, making this one of the most competitive editions so far.
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“Among the new teams stirring excitement are: Port Elizabeth FB 9, Port Harcourt Indian Warriors and Team ASR, all set to challenge for the prestigious Ibadan Cup and other coveted trophies.
“The Ibadan Cup, a highlight of the tournament, is expected to ignite fierce rivalries following the thrilling 2024 edition. As horses and riders vie for supremacy on the field, organisers have ensured a vibrant experience for spectators.
“A good number of side attractions have been scheduled to engage both seasoned polo enthusiasts and new entrants with topnotch entertainment promised throughout the week.”
He however said adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure a hitch-free tournament.