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Edo State schools scramble for Madojiemu U-15 athletics meet entry forms

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“Now we have to make sure that all the schools meet all the requirements, the age limit and rules must be adhered to; and those who cannot maintain discipline would not be allowed in. We don’t want to overstretch the budget.”


By Uzor Odigbo

Schools from all local government areas of Edo State are eager to participate in the Princess Mabel Madojiemu U-15 Athletics Championships billed for September 29-30.

Over 500 athletes are expected to feature in the championships slated for the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadum Benin City.

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However, Organisers of the meet meant for U-15 boys and girls have been receiving entries from schools, which has far outstripped their estimates.


“Many schools from outside Benin City are also eager to participate in the championships,” said Mutiu Oluwa Edo State head athletics coach.


“Now we have to make sure that all the schools meet all the requirements, the age limit and rules must be adhered to; and those who cannot maintain discipline would not be allowed in. We don’t want to overstretch the budget.”


The meet is being sponsored by former international 400m runner Princess Mabel Madojiemu, with support from fellow athlete Austin Poland Oritshe.

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“In the past we used to have school sports, but now there is nothing like that,” Oritshe said.


“There are many talents just out there waiting to express themselves, but no competitions, you can now understand the excitement, by the young athletes

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