Dolphins pull out of FIBA Africa tourney

FIBA Africa Zone Three Administrative Secretary, Joe Apu, said the management of Dolphins gave no reason for its team’s withdrawal in a letter signed by the team’s coach, Okworogun Ochuko.

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Apu stated that the Nigeria Basketball Federation sent the letter to FIBA Africa, which in turn sent it to FIBA Africa Zone Three headed by Col Sam Ahmedu (rtd).

He added that Dolphins withdrawal came as a shock and said effort have been made to reach the proprietor of the team, Wale Aboderin.

“We have put a call through to Wale Aboderin to know why his team pulled out of the event. He has not picked his call, but we still hope to reach him and find out why he decided to pull is team out of the championship,” Apu added.

Meanwhile, Kano Pillars have submitted their official registration form, while Nigeria Customs are expected to do so soon with both teams expected to vie for honours in the men’s category.

 

 

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