Egbetunde Ruth Ifeoluwa, a prominent basketball player representing Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), recently shared her thoughts on the impending West African Universities Game (WAUG) that the university is hosting.
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Speaking exclusively to Sport247, Ifeoluwa expressed the collective effort of the team and their determination to clinch victory, drawing inspiration from their previous success in the Nigeria Universities Games competition.
In her statement, Ifeoluwa emphasized the team-centric nature of basketball, stating, “I would not say just me because it’s a team game. It’s not only me that is going to play the game. We are putting in more effort. We are striving hard to win WAUG just as we have won the Nigeria Universities Games competition.”
Acknowledging the significance of teamwork, she highlighted the concerted effort of the entire squad in preparation for WAUG.
The OAU Basketball team is channeling its energy into collective improvement, ensuring that every player meets the required standards.
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Ifeoluwa credited their coach for diligently organizing the team, fostering unity, and preparing them to face the challenges posed by WAUG.
Expressing confidence in their capabilities, Ifeoluwa affirmed, “And I believe, as a team, we will be able to overcome this obstacle and win WAUG. And we promise not to let OAU down and the school as a whole down. We promise to do our best.”
The basketball star’s commitment and optimism underscore the team’s determination to excel in the upcoming tournament, representing not only their university but also showcasing the talent and dedication prevalent in Nigerian university basketball.
As OAU prepares to host WAUG, the basketball team, led by Egbetunde Ruth Ifeoluwa, is poised to make a strong statement and strive for victory on their home court.
