NCF Awards Scholarships to Junior Female Yellow Greens
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) awarded university scholarships to the junior female Yellow Greens cricket team, who qualified for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Japan. This marks Nigeria's second appearance in the tournament, following their debut in Malaysia.
The announcement was made by NCF President Dr Uyi Akpata during a ceremony in Lagos after the team's successful performance in Tanzania, where they qualified without losing a match. Dr Akpata emphasized the importance of education alongside athletic development, stating that all team members would receive full scholarships until they complete their university education.
He praised the players for their achievements and urged them to continue raising the bar, noting that expectations are higher this time due to their experience and preparation. Captain Christabel Chukwuonye highlighted the team's unity and collective effort as key to their success in Tanzania.
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