Nigeria’s track and field sensation, Tobi Amusan, found herself in a challenging situation last Wednesday when the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) suspended her over alleged multiple drug test failures. This unexpected development has raised concerns and misconceptions that could potentially jeopardize her promising athletic career. To provide clarity on the matter, BOUNCE brings you a […]
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FIFA WC: Five Observations From Super Falcons’ thrilling draw
In a tightly contested Group B match at the ongoing 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Nigeria Super Falcons and Canada shared the points, resulting in a goalless draw. Here are the five key observations by BOUNCE from the thrilling encounter: Super Falcons’ Defensive Resilience: The Super Falcons showcased remarkable defensive solidity against […]
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2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup: Africa’s Representing Nations
The 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup is set to captivate football fans worldwide, and Africa will be well-represented by four nations eager to showcase their talent and compete against the world’s best. Nigeria, Morocco, South Africa, and Zambia have emerged as the continent’s representatives in this prestigious tournament. BOUNCE takes a closer look at these […]
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The Naija Super 8: A Tournament of Football and Financial Rewards
The Naija Super 8 tournament, which took place from July 7th to July 16th, 2023, captivated football enthusiasts across Nigeria with its unique fusion of music and the beautiful game. While the tournament showcased thrilling matches and memorable moments on the field, this article sheds light on the financial rewards that awaited the participating teams […]
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Naija Super 8: Five Notable Takeaways
The highly anticipated inaugural Naija Super 8 tournament came to an exhilarating conclusion on Sunday as Sporting Lagos emerged as the champions following a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Remo Stars. The tournament showcased some memorable moments and noteworthy observations that captured the attention of football enthusiasts across Nigeria. In this article, we delve into […]
AFROCAN: D’Tigers Triumph Over Mali
In an impressive start to the AFROCHAN tournament, Nigeria’s home-based D’Tigers triumph over Mali with a hard-fought 62-56 victory. Overcoming travel challenges, the team showcases their skill and determination, setting the stage for a successful campaign in this highly anticipated basketball competition. The encounter showcased the exceptional talent and competitive spirit of both teams as they battled for […]
Ballon d’Or: Asisat Oshoala Nominated for Socrates Award
FC Barcelona and Nigeria star, Asisat Oshoala has been nominated for the prestigious Socrates Award. Introduced by France Football last year, this accolade recognizes players for their exceptional charitable work beyond the realm of football. Oshoala’s nomination comes as a result of her efforts and contributions to philanthropy and community development. Manchester United star […]
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Maintenance: A Lacuna in Nigeria’s Sports Sector
The lackadaisical attitude of Nigerians on maintenance culture has negatively affected infrastructural development which is critical and essential to a Nation’s development. It has become a lacuna in every sector of the country as a whole. In Nigeria, maintenance challenges can be observed in different areas. For instance, infrastructure maintenance plays a significant role […]
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FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifiers: Chimezie Metu to Represent Nigeria
Nigerian basketball fans have reason to celebrate as Chimezie Metu, the talented forward for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA, has confirmed his commitment to play for Nigeria in the upcoming FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament to be held in Lagos. The announcement was made through the social media account of the D’tigers, where he […]
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Sporting Lagos Secures Fairytale Promotion to Nigeria Premier League
Sporting Lagos will play in the Nigeria Premier League for the first time after beating Abeokuta Stormers 2-0 in today’s Nigeria National League Supersix playoff match at Stephen Keshi stadium, earning promotion to Nigeria’s top flight for the first time. SLFC completed the fairytale journey to the Premier League after securing promotion within two […]
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Serie A’s MVP Award: Is Osimhen truly unworthy ?
It was a record-breaking season for Victor Osimhen, having led The Parthenopeans to their first domestic title since 1990 and finishing the season as the highest goalscorer in the league. Osimhen was named Serie A’s Attacker of the Year for his incredible performances, becoming the first Nigerian in history to be awarded the honor. Osimhen’s […]
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Unilorin League: Nigeria’s topmost Varsity League
University football in Nigeria can be traced back to the mid-20th century when universities began forming football teams to participate in intercollegiate competitions. The University of Ibadan, established in 1948, is often credited as being one of the first Nigerian universities to organize football matches among its students. In 1966, the Nigerian University Sports […]
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