10th April, 2013
The Nigeria Squash Federation (NSF) has said that it had commenced preparation for the 2nd Senator David Mark’s National Open Squash Championships in Abuja.
The competition is scheduled to hold from 21-25 April at the Squash Hall, Package B of the Abuja National Stadium.
The President of the federation, Femi Ajagbe, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the championships were part of the federation’s developmental programme for the year.
“This championships will help to keep our players busy. It is part of our programme to ensure that both the junior and senior players remain fit.
“Mark is part of the squash family and these championships are a confirmation that we are on course, we are looking for more corporate organisations to partner with us.
“We are hoping that this year’s competition will be better than the previous ones,’’ the president said.
NAN reports the tournament is being held to commemorate Marks 65th birthday. Wale Amoo of Lagos State won the men’s category of the maiden edition, while, Dunni Okikiola, also of Lagos State won the women’s category.