Hailing from the ever-busy metropolis of Amsterdam, where he first saw the light of day on March 12, 2005, Andrew Imade’s story is a blend of Dutch upbringing and Nigerian heritage. His parents, both natives of Edo State, instilled in him the indomitable spirit of their homeland, even as he spent his days in the […]
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A cornerstone of the Nigerian national team, Ashleigh Plumptre has carved out a distinctive career path that has seen her excel both domestically and internationally. The centre-back, who swapped English youth football for a senior Nigeria career, now plies her trade in the burgeoning Saudi Pro League. This piece takes us into the life […]
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The landscape of athletics has undergone a seismic shift. Once a realm dominated by male superstars, women are now at the forefront, not just in terms of athletic prowess but also financial clout. From the pristine tracks to lucrative endorsement deals, female athletes are rewriting the script on wealth creation. In this piece, […]
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The Paris 2024 Olympics opened against a backdrop of global turmoil. With the world grappling with the lingering effects of a global pandemic and the ongoing specter of war, the Games were imbued with a sense of hope and expectation. Paris, the City of Lights, aimed to illuminate the spirit of unity and resilience through […]
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The 2024 Paris Olympic Games, a historic return to the city that first hosted the modern Games in 1924, is officially underway. This year’s event promises a unique blend of tradition and innovation, focusing on gender equality, new sports, and sustainable practices. Here are a few fun facts you should know about this years’ […]
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With the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics set to ignite the world in just one day, Nigeria stands on the cusp of another chapter in its Olympic history. Since its maiden voyage to the Games in 1952, Africa’s most populous nation has been a consistent participant, sending a total of 777 athletes to compete […]
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Tobi Amusan is a Nigerian track and field sensation who has redefined the landscape of women’s hurdles. Specializing in the 100-meter hurdles, she has etched her name in sporting history as a global icon. Amusan’s crowning achievement came at the 2022 World Championships where she shattered the world record to clinch the gold medal. […]
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Nigeria has unveiled an 82-strong contingent to compete at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, marking the nation’s consistent participation in the quadrennial sporting spectacle since its debut in Helsinki in 1952. The team will be present at the opening ceremony on July 26 but will be in action from the preliminary rounds starting July 24. […]
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Concussions are a hidden threat plaguing the world of youth sports. While the image of a football player knocked unconscious might spring to mind, the reality is far more subtle. A concussion can occur from any blow to the head, even seemingly minor ones, and doesn’t always involve a loss of consciousness. Thousands of […]
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Anglo-Nigerian footballer, Bukayo Saka has captured headlines with his stellar performances on the pitch. Despite his rising fame on the pitch, the Arsenal star maintains a private life off it. While many footballers share details of their personal lives publicly, Saka keeps a lower profile. In this article BOUNCE will take a look at […]
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Jaynilson Rabbi Geoffery, an 18-year-old attacking midfielder with a multicultural background, is a rising star in Dutch football. Born in the Netherlands to a Nigerian father and a South Sudanese mother, Geoffery’s passion for the game began on the streets of Rotterdam at a young age. He honed his skills at Ajax Amsterdam’s youth […]
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The countdown to the Paris Olympics has begun, and for Nigerian athletes, the anticipation is heightened by the unveiling of their official kits designed by US-based sportswear company Actively Black. These kits, lauded as some of the best in recent years, represent a significant milestone not only for aesthetics but also for cultural representation […]
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