SPORTS : ODSG PROMISES DEVELOPMENT
The ondo state government has restated her determination and commitment to encourage all talented sports men and women to reach their goals irrespective of political background and party affiliations in the state.
The Sports Commissioner, Saka Yusuf Ogunleye made the commitment of the state government in Akure while addressing players at the open screening being conducted by Sunshine Stars of Akure to select good and quality players ahead of the fast approaching new soccer season in Nigeria.
Mr Saka Yusuf Ogunleye while acknowledging the immense talents abound in the state, charged the players to work hard to earn their places in the darling team of Ondo State, saying the state government have also put in place machineries at developing sports in the state.
"The government has resolved to give everyone the opportunity to prove themselves to the coaches. It is a practical job and all eyes will see how good or otherwise the players are on the pitch".
"We are determined to select good hands for the team and we charge you (the players) to work hard to justify your Inclusion".
"We are not mixing sports with politics and that is why the issue of party background or affiliations will not be entertained in selecting the players ".
Sunshine Stars ended last football season in the 10th position.Just as sports lovers in the state task the state government and the sports Commissioner to shun any form of sentiment or political intrigues at selecting athletes or sports men and women that will represent the state in any engagement or tournament, inorder to have the best results.
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