Foundation targets USA scholarships for Nigerian tennis players

Tennista Foundation has disclosed plans to secure international opportunities for young Nigerian players as the second edition of its Junior Tennis Tournament served off  yesterday. The tournament which is taking place at the Lagos Country Club, Ikeja saw intense contest among hundreds of participants in opening matches in both male and female categories. Earlier before […]

Tennista Foundation has disclosed plans to secure international opportunities for young Nigerian players as the second edition of its Junior Tennis Tournament served off  yesterday.

The tournament which is taking place at the Lagos Country Club, Ikeja saw intense contest among hundreds of participants in opening matches in both male and female categories.

Earlier before the opening match, the President of the Foundation, Michael Nwoseh, said the initiative is part of a broader push to elevate the standard of youth tennis while creating pathways for academic and athletic advancement abroad.

“We are trying to forge partnerships with schools in the USA so we can get them tennis scholarships at collegiate level.

“That’s why we are working with the American Business Council to see how we can get their tennis and academic careers going there,” he said.

Nwoseh highlighted the impact of the maiden edition held last year, saying the U-12 mini category was included alongside the existing U-16 division for boys and girls.

“We’re hoping to build on that success. We thank the management of Lagos Country Club for giving us their venue to host this competition,” Nwoseh said.

He disclosed that the three-day event will climax on Friday when winners in both male and female categories will receive educational grants and equipment.

The Strategic Project Lead at the American Business Council, Joy Lawal, said the initiative aligns with the organisation’s broader goals.