NUGA begins trials for World University Games in Edo
The Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) yesterday began trials for the World University Games at the University of Benin (UNIBEN)
It will be noted that 100 student-athletes will represent Nigeria at the competition that will take place from July 27 to August 8 in Chengdu, China.
The trials, which will end on May 14, 2023 will feature seven sports, including athletics, badminton, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, and tennis and will be held at the University of Benin and Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.
NUGA Ag. Secretary General, Chidiebere Ezeani, stated that the trials will allow the students to demonstrate their skills.
She said, “The trials are also an opportunity for athletes to demonstrate their skills and ability to compete at the highest level, inspiring others to take up sports and pursue their athletic dreams.
“The NUGA World University Games trials are an important milestone in the Nigerian sports calendar and we encourage everyone to come out and support our talented athletes.”
Nigeria is expected to compete for honours in seven games, including track and field, swimming, badminton, judo, Taekwondo, Table Tennis, and Tennis.
NUGA has consistently produced World Class athletes who have competed in the games in the past.
The World University Games, a multisport competition where participants compete for medals in a variety of sports, brings together student-athletes from all over the world every two years.
The event’s 2023 edition, which has been scheduled for Chengdu, China, is expected to draw up to 10,000 attendees from more than 170 countries.