The Chairman of the Bayelsa United Interim Management Board, Dr. Peter Singabele, has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing Nationwide League One U-19 Youth League holding in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Speaking with journalists, Dr. Singabele commended the smooth organization of the tournament and the quality of football displayed by the participating teams.
He said the board is excited by the level of young talents on display, adding that the tournament provides a perfect platform to scout and nurture future stars who can be integrated into Bayelsa United in the coming years.
The Bayelsa United Chairman explained that the Under-19 Youth League was attracted to the State by the board as a fulfillment of the mandate of the Governor to infuse greater percentage of homegrown talents into the emerging Bayelsa United set up.
The Bayelsa United helmsman also praised the Bayelsa United Feeders team for their outstanding run, having won all three matches so far while keeping clean sheets.
“This is a clear show of determination and hunger for success. It should serve as a morale booster and a wake-up call for the senior team to emulate what the younger ones are doing when the new NNL season begins,” he said.
Dr. Singabele urged young footballers across the state to take inspiration from the tournament and aspire to greatness.
He further appreciated Governor Douye Diri, his Deputy Dr. Peter Akpe as well as the Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Champion Daniel Igali for their continuous support for the new interim Management Board of Bayelsa United Football Club in particular and sports generally in state and for accepting the hosting rights of the junior league.
Dr. Singabele noted that their actions were a reflection of the Prosperity Administration’s commitment to engaging youths positively through sports.
“We are satisfied with the ongoing U-19 league. We see it as an opportunity for the new management to scout young talents that can be groomed to become stars in the future,” he concluded.
Bayelsa United Chairman, Dr. Singabele, Lauds NLO U-19 Youth League in Yenagoa
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