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Kano, Aug. 8,2017(NAN) Kano Pillars Basketball captain Mathew Omonya on Friday expressed optimism that the team would retain the Kwese league title on Saturday.
Omonya said this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) in Kano.
He said that his confidence was hinged on his team’s hard work and dedication.
“I am confident that my team will win the final match against Gombe Bulls and retain the trophy tomorrow because of the dedication and discipline in the club.
“The outcomes of our matches in league and final eight have been wonderful and exciting.
“The Kwese league has been highly competitive but I am happy we have been victorious in our matches,” he said.
He said the players were learning from all the matches played and hope to build a stronger team.
He then thanked the sponsors, Kwese, for helping to truly transform Nigerian basketball and also for their continued confidence in the players.
NAN reports that Kano Pillars beat hard fighting Kwara Falcons 69-59 yesterday in a entertaining encounter between the two conference champions.
In the second tense game also, Gombe Bulls beat Hoops and Read 78-77 in a keenly contested match to book a place in the finals.(NAN)
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