Tag: D’tigress
FIBA World Cup: D’Tigress draw tough group with France, South Korea
D’Tigress Head coach, Rena Wakama, has named a 21-player provisional squad blending experience and youth, saying: “We are building depth…
Nigeria’s D’Tigress retain 8th spot in latest FIBA rankings
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have maintained their impressive 8th position in the latest global rankings released by FIBA.
Nigeria’s D’Tigress show promise ahead of FIBA World Cup
Nigeria lost their final game 81–73 to Germany on Tuesday at the Villeurbanne Sports Arena. Despite the defeat, Wakama said…
D’Tigress smash Philippines 101–84 in historic FIBA qualifier blowout
By Kazeem Ugbodaga Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat the Philippines 101–84 on…
Wakama: D’Tigress must learn from loss to South Korea
Wakama said the defeat offered important lessons, while commending the Korean side for their strong performance.
Afrobasket 2025: D’Tigers finish 5th overall
D’Tigers were knocked out in the quarter-finals after losing 91–75 to Senegal, who later won the bronze medal. Despite this,…
Tinubu’s reward to D’ tigress life changing – Wakama
The 33-year-old coach urged Nigerians to keep supporting the team ahead of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin,…
BREAKING: President Tinubu rewards D’Tigress with $100,000 each, Abuja homes, OON title
D’Tigress has now become the most successful team in the history of the Women’s Afrobasket tournament, and their 2025 triumph…
D’Tigress arrive Abuja after historic Afrobasket win
This victory adds to the growing legacy of Nigerian women's basketball and highlights the importance of continued investment in female…
Sanwo-Olu to D’Tigress: You made Nigeria proud
"To our incredible hoopers, you are such an inspiration. You are role models for young girls across Nigeria who dream…
Tinubu hails D’Tigress for historic 5th consecutive AfroBasket victory
The D'Tigress secured with a decisive 78-64 victory over Mali in the final on Sunday, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
NBBF dedicates D’Tigress’ historic AfroBasket victory to President Tinubu
D’Tigress continue to prove they are a dominant force in African basketball, and their journey is far from over
Breaking: Unstoppable D’Tigress roar to 5th straight AfroBasket Crown
They defeated Mali 78-64 in a thrilling final at the Palais des Sports de Treichville. This historic victory marks an…
AfroBasket 2025 Final: Nigeria faces Mali in showdown for title, World Cup spot
With history, pride, and a World Cup ticket on the line, the Nigeria vs Mali final promises to be a…
Afrobasket: D’Tigress survive Senegal scare to book final spot
The win marks Nigeria’s 10th triumph over Senegal in 15 encounters, reinforcing their dominance in one of Africa’s fiercest basketball…