We will emerge winner of NBBF men’s league, say coach
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Basketball
By Dorcas Jonah
Abuja, Nov. 5, 2016 (NAN) Coach Ken Mfon of Imptessions Basketball Academy of Asaba says his team will win the Nigerian Basketball Federation National Division two men’s league.
Mfon told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Saturday that his team had so far won all its five matches.
“We are the only team that is yet to lose a match, therefore, we are already winners of the league.
“Our remaining match is just a formality because our closest rival Raptors Academy of Lagos has lost one game already,” he said.
Mfon said he took part in the competition to expose the boys and for them to gain experience.
“The team was actually underrated because they were not given the opportunity but when it happened we spring up surprises.
“Our victory is God, hard work and the fighting spirit in the boys. We thanked God for the victory,” he added.
NAN reports that the team defeated Titan Basketball Academy of Kwara 63-29 to emerged top on the medal table.
NAN also reports that 14 teams from two groups Atlantic Conference and Savannah Conference are taking part in the league and that two best teams from division two will gain promotion to division one.
However, the semi finals and finals of the league will be played on Saturday at the Abuja National Stadium. (NAN)
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Edited by Oluleye Abiodun//Felix Nwadioha