Meet 16-Year-Old Tahlia Ayandare, the Teen Bringing Hope to Grassroots Tennis Players Through a Pair of Shoes at a Time
When 16-year-old Tahlia Moyore Ayandare stepped onto the clay courts of the ITF Junior Circuit in Kenya last July, she didn’t expect her tennis trip to spark a movement. The British-Nigerian teen from Essex, UK, noticed something that tugged at her heart — many young African players didn’t have proper shoes. Read Also: Tennis Instructor Coach Kenny Adebowale Highlights Why Nigeria...
Tennis Instructor Coach Kenny Adebowale Highlights Why Nigeria is Not Producing World Class players, Calls For Revival of Nigeria’s Talent Pipelin
Coach Kenny Adebowale, head coach of Allegrious Mountain Tennis Club, has expressed deep concern over the dwindling number of grassroots tennis tournaments in Nigeria, describing it as a major obstacle to the country’s ability to produce world-class players. Speaking with Sports247 in Lagos, Adebowale reflected on how vibrant the local tennis scene used to be during his playing days compared...
Lagos State Strikes Historic Grassroots Football Deal With UK’s Abbey Rangers To Revolutionise Youth Development
Lagos has made history — the Lagos State Sports Commission has officially unveiled a groundbreaking partnership between the Lagos State Government and UK-based Abbey Rangers Football Club, setting a new standard for grassroots football development in Nigeria. The alliance — the first of its kind between Nigeria and a UK community club — promises to open international doors for young...
Nigerian Striker Peter Onyekachi Celebrates Heartwarming Child Dedication In Israel
Nigerian forward Peter Onyekachi, who plies his trade with Israeli outfit Hapoel Nof HaGalil, has marked a major milestone off the pitch after celebrating the dedication of his child over the weekend. The intimate ceremony, attended by close family, friends, and teammates, was filled with joy and thanksgiving as the talented striker shared his gratitude for the blessings of fatherhood. Read...
Comfort Erhabor Waits In The wings As Portsmouth Edge Palace In Women’s Championship thriller
Former Nigeria U17 goalkeeper invitee Comfort Erhabor was among the substitutes at the weekend as Portsmouth Women battled to a hard-earned 2–1 victory over Crystal Palace Women in the English Women’s Super League Championship. The young Nigerian shot-stopper continues to bide her time patiently, awaiting her first official league appearance for the Pompey family. With steady progress and growing confidence...
Rising Star Molomo Zach: The Nigerian-American Defender Making Waves In U.S. football
Young Nigerian heritage defender Molomo Zach is emerging as one of the brightest prospects in American football. Currently plying his trade with North Texas, the talented center-back is fast building a reputation for his composure, confidence, and commanding presence in defence. The left-footed youngster is admired for his ball-playing ability, calmness under pressure, and ability to read the game —...
Nigerian Teenager Mubarak Suileman Scores First UEFA Youth League Goal As Slavia Praha U19 thrash Arsenal 5-1
Former Right 2 Win Academy of Abia State midfielder Mubarak Suileman delivered a standout performance as Slavia Praha U19 stunned Arsenal U19 with a commanding 5-1 win in the UEFA Youth League. The young Nigerian was at the heart of Slavia’s dominance, controlling the midfield with flair, composure, and vision. His intelligent play and work rate kept the young Gunners...
Ibom BSC’s Okon Targets Super Sand Eagles Call-Up As NBSL Super Finals Kick Off in Abuja
With the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) Super Finals set to light up Abuja from November 6 to 9, Ibom Beach Soccer Club goalkeeper Emmanuel Okon has declared his ambition to use the high-stakes championship as a springboard to the national team. Okon, a standout performer for Ibom BSC this season, says he is laser-focused on helping his club...
Gamondi Takes Charge Of Tanzania — Argentine Coach Returns To Familiar Ground Ahead Of AFCON 2025
Dar es Salaam - Miguel Gamondi has been appointed as the new head coach of the Tanzania national team, marking a return to familiar territory for the Argentine who knows East African football all too well. After weeks of negotiations and delays, the deal was finally sealed, with Gamondi set to lead the Taifa Stars to next year’s Africa Cup...
Tottenham’s Destiny Udogie Threatened With Gun In Public By Angry Players’ Agent
Tottenham Hotspur of England defender, Destiny Udogie has been cited at the centre of a gun threat in public by an agent who felt he had been humiliated by the Nigerian-born Italian international. Sports247 gathered that Udogie, who was born to Nigerian parents in Verona, Italy and will clock 23 on the 28th of this month, allegedly made the agent...
