Musa Kida Basketball Championship Takes Center Stage
All is set for season 3 of the Musa Kida Basketball U-17 competition.
The two day event promises to be exciting as it gives players the platform to showcase thier talents .
Over 200 players from 10 teams including schools will participate in the competition taking place at the Giant of Africa basketball court Abesan mini stadium,Ipaja.
Some of the teams participating are Slashers, Ravens, Dodan Cadet, Warlords,JF Warriors, Honeybase schools, Doregos Private Academy and High Dreams.
Others are MC Spenser,Estate Kings ,Mighty favour college and Francis College.
Coordinator of the event , Tayo Adeyemo confirmed that the top three teams in boys and girls category will get medals while the winners will receive brand new trophy.
Eng Musa Kida sponsor of the event will declare the event open on Thursday and will be on ground to present trophies and medals during the final.
The NBBF President is urging more grassroots programme for game of basketball in Nigeria.
According to him,event of this nature will help discover more hidden talents for the country.
Meanwhile, Prostar Sports, the official kit partner of the Musa Kida Basketball Competition has promised greater support for the competition.
Chief Paul Maduakor, Managing Director of Prostar Sports said the company will continue to invest in Nigeria youths through sport sponsorship.
The Company donated 6 set of jerseys ,match balls ,individual awards and Tee-shirts at the last edition held in 2024 .
