The General Manager of the Ondo State Sport Council, Mr Henry Babatunde has reiterated that the state athletes are well prepared and ready ahead of the youth games coming up in Asaba Delta state.
Henry Babatunde stated this in an interview with Newsmen, in Akure
“The athletes and officials are in a very high mood ahead of the 7th Edition of the National Youth Games, The contingents are in closed camp and we have been able to do everything necessary, and I believe they will surpass their performance from the last edition,” he said.
Mr. Henry Babatunde Also made it known officially that 83 Athletes from the state will be participating in 19 sports at the youth games.
“Ondo State will be participating in 19 sports which include: Boxing, Badminton, Karate, Wrestling, Judo, and Athletics Among others.
83 Athletes including 25 coaches and 10 organizing Secretaries who will serve as officers as well as medical personnel will be participating at the youth games”. He stated.
The General Manager also appreciated the State Government as well as the Sport Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development Bamidele Ologunloluwa for quick approval of funds and proper motivation ahead of the youth games.
The National Youth Games will commence In Asaba Delta State on the 20th Of September 2023.
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