Dolphins Coach Sees Progress Despite Loss in League Match
Dolphins Basketball Club, under the leadership of head coach Okechukwu Ottah, faced a 50–60 defeat against Bayelsa Blue Whales in the second phase of the Zenith Bank Women’s Basketball League. This loss marked the Dolphins' fourth in the current phase, but Ottah viewed the 10-point margin as progress compared to their earlier heavier defeat to the same team.
He highlighted improvements in team chemistry and player understanding, emphasizing that the rebuilding Dolphins are gradually taking shape. Ottah acknowledged the need to enhance the effectiveness of the point guards and expressed commitment to working on all areas needing improvement.
With their title defense effectively over, he is already focusing on next season, promising a transformed Dolphins team. On the same day, Victoria Queens defeated IGP Queens 59–51, and First Bank achieved a significant 81–31 victory over First Deep Water.
MFM was awarded a 20–0 walkover win against Royal Aces due to player injuries.
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