Athletes that are set to represent Edo State at the National Youth Games are raring to go and and are upbeat about their chances of a successful outing.
The National Youth Games began on Monday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State, with the opening ceremony set for Wednesday.
The athletes have been in a training camp for weeks preparing for the biennial event, which tests the abilities of the best youth athletes across Nigeria.
Head coach of the judo team, Lucky Esezobor, expressed confidence in the team, stressing that the state government provided all their training requirements.
He gave an assurance that they would win medals at the Games.
Esezobor also acknowledged the support of the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Yusuf Alli, and his team towards the preparation of Team Edo for the Games, emphasising that they were well motivated and ready to excel.
“I am confident in the team’s ability to win laurels. The state government provided all that was needed for training, and I am sure that the team is motivated and ready to do well,” he said.
The judo team captain, Emmanuel Abel, also expressed the team’s readiness for the Games, noting that the determination and commitment of the Edo judo team will bring honours to the state.
The female cricket team captain, Glory Idiahi, praised the coach for the comprehensive training.
She said the athletes were ready to give their all and win gold medals for the state. The male captain, Hosanna Omokhobhio, also said he has confidence in the team’s ability to win medals.
