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  • Sixteen schools for Season 2 of The Athletics School Games

    Sixteen schools for Season 2 of The Athletics School Games

    From the initial 11 schools that participated in the maiden edition of the Athletics School Games (TASG), 16 schools within Lagos have signed up for Season 2 of the Lagos State Athletics Association (LSAA)-sanctioned tournament, set to take place on March 22 at the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH).

    The defending champions, Grange, are already preparing to defend their title, while other teams are eager to dethrone them.

    Athletes will compete for laurels in both elementary and secondary school categories during this one-day athletics meet.

    To meet global standards, the organizers have registered the tournament with World Athletics (WA) to ensure that the times recorded by the athletes are recognized by the world body.

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    According to Funmi Otegbeye, Technical Director of LSAA, the involvement of WA will help upload the timing of specific events on the WA website for future reference.

    “We are set for the event because we want to improve on what we did in 2024. All is ready as technical officials are prepared, and all necessary logistics to ensure timely results transmission have been put in place. We look forward to an exciting event this year, especially with more schools identifying with TASG,” she said.

    Seun Akinbohun, the event’s initiator, emphasized that the event aims to create opportunities for athletes to excel and be discovered by scouts, just as in the inaugural edition.

    “There are so many opportunities for kids in TASG, and I’m glad we are contributing to their development. The first edition featured eleven schools—four primary and seven secondary. For the second edition, the number has increased to sixteen schools, with eight primary and eight secondary schools confirmed.

    “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.”

    Akinbohun added, “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.”

  • Athletics School Games holds today as 15 schools vie for honours

    Athletics School Games holds today as 15 schools vie for honours

    Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) will come alive on Saturday, as fifteen   schools across Lagos State vie for honours at The Athletics School Games (TASG).

    The Lagos State Athletics Association (LSAA) sanctioned games is a brainchild of Seun Akinbohun, a sports enthusiast, with the sole aim of elevating youth athletics in the country.

    Speaking in Lagos, Akinbohun said, “We aim to unearth hidden gems by providing them with a stage to showcase their skills, passion, and dedication. The Athletics School Games (TASG) is not just about winning medals; it’s about shaping the character and aspirations of our youth, instilling in them the values of discipline, teamwork, and resilience that will serve them both on and off the field.”

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    “The games encompass a variety of track and field events, including sprints, middle-distance races, hurdles, shot put, long jump, high jump, and javelin. This diverse range of activities ensures that athletes can showcase their skills across multiple disciplines, contributing to the overall success of their school in the league. Beyond the quest for victory, The Athletics School Games place a strong emphasis on sportsmanship. Athletes will have the opportunity to forge new friendships, learn from one another, and appreciate the value of fair play. This focus on character development is integral to the event’s mission of nurturing well-rounded individuals,” she added.

    Brand Manager of Maltina, Clementina Kayode said TASG is in line with the ideals of Maltina, while pledging their support for the meet.

    The Technical Director of LSAA, Enefiok Udo-Obong, said they are willing to ensure that the meet is successful while reaffirming their technical support for the competition.

    Elementary and secondary school students will compete in 60m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, shuttle relay, 4x100m, 4x400m, long jump, shuttle throw, and shot put.