NCF Honours World Cup-bound Junior Female Yellow Greens with University Scholarships
Duro Ikhazuagbe Nigeria’s junior Female Yellow Greens cricket team that secured their place at next year’s ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Japan have been granted scholarships up to
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has bestowed educational scholarships amounting to university level upon the World Cup-bound Junior Female Yellow Greens cricket team. This is the second time Nigeria's under-19 women's T20 cricket team will represent their country in the prestigious ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup in Japan. At a ceremony held at the Cricket Oval in TBS Lagos, Dr Uyi Akpata, President of the NCF, announced the scholarships during the players' return from the African qualifiers in Tanzania.
The team, which had previously finished sixth at the U19 World Cup in Malaysia, is now competing with higher expectations. Dr Akpata emphasized that the NCF's commitment extends beyond immediate rewards, stressing the importance of continued academic excellence alongside athletic development. "We must also continue to do our best when it comes to schooling...it's those intelligence, those things you do and, more importantly, the family that separates you from others," he said.
Acknowledging the players' achievements, the NCF President commended their performance in Tanzania, where the team demonstrated exceptional leadership and teamwork. He challenged them to maintain the momentum, noting that the preparation and expectations have increased this time due to their prior experience. The NCF also vowed to provide greater support and ensure the team arrives at the World Cup well-prepared.
For Christabel Chukwuonye, the captain of the junior female Yellow Greens, the journey to the U19 World Cup in Tanzania was a testament to the power of unity and collective effort. According to her, the team's success was not just about cricket but also about building young women equipped for life beyond the boundary. She also expressed gratitude to the coaching staff, including Head Coach Sarah Bakhita and Coach Agatha, for helping the players balance their academic responsibilities, personal lives, and the pressure of representing their country.
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