73 schools in 11 LGA's to compete for honours at Gombe Inter-Schools Athletics Championship

...Scouts from Germany led by a ex-captain of Flying Eagles, Andrew Uwe will grace the event 

By Maxwell Kumoye 

    

    

    

The Gombe State Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Competition 2025 has received a boost with 73 schools across 11 Local Government Areas (LGA's), officially registered to participate at the championship.

This highly anticipated event, scheduled to take place from the 19th to 25th of January 2025, will be held at the prestigious Pantami Township Stadium situated in Gombe Metropolis.

The competition, will include both public and private schools such as GDSS Dukku West, GSS Bolari East, Emerald International Academy, and Diocesan High School.

The championship is aimed at promoting sportsmanship, uncover young athletic talents, and foster youth development.

Participants will compete in varieties of events, including:

✓ 100m

✓ 200m

✓ 400m

✓ 800m

✓ 1500m

✓ 3000m 

✓ 4x100m relay

✓ 4x400m relay

Other events are:

✓ Shot put

✓ Long jump

✓ High jump

✓ Triple jump

✓ Javelin

Football matches are also scheduled, with youth football teams for boys competing in exciting games leading to the finals.

Scouts from Germany led by a former captain of Flying Eagles, a UEFA licence Coach, Andrew Uwe and Coach Henry Ambrose, from AGIC-DIASPORA FOOTBALL OUTREACH, will be in Gombe to scout for talents during the

Principal's Cup football competition.

The opening ceremony will include a match pass, which begins 19th January, while the closing ceremony on 25th January will feature the presentation of medals and awards to outstanding athletes and schools.

This initiative, organized by the Gombe State Athletics Association under the leadership of Honourable Ahmad Shuaibu Gara-Gombe and sponsored by the Green White Green Sports Center.

The Principals Cup Football Competition, bringing together over 3,500 athletes and footballers across the 11 Local Government Areas in the State.

The event offers more than just competition. Participants and spectators will enjoy the fully-equipped Games Village, fitted with security, accommodation, healthcare, food, and entertainment, making it a holistic experience.

Organizers are excited about the strong response and are committed to delivering a well-organized and competitive event that will serve as a platform for nurturing future athletes and fostering collaboration among schools.