Edo State Sports Commission executive chairman Yusuf Alli has called on his athletes to strive for the best as they compete at the National Youth Games starting Wednesday in Asaba, Delta State.
Alli a youth discovery athlete himself harped on the need for the team to compete in all fairness as they aim to win medals, knowing this is just the start in their sports career. He stated that it was not a do or die for his athletes at the NYG.
“Last year we did very well and I am sure this year we will do better. I trust you. We are going there to compete,do your best,” Alli told the athletes before they left for Asaba.
“We as Edo will not cheat, we will perform well. If we win, fine, if we don’t win no problem. Like they always tell me, if you can’t be first, you can be second, if you can be second, you can be third, on and on. But do your best . You have no regrets.
“If you are wearing the Edo colour, you know what it means, winning. So be good ambassadors; have good behaviour. Don’t fight anybody, if you have any problem tell your coach.
” I wish you the best of luck. All of us are coming with you, we are all coming together, and we will be there with you throughout.”
The Edo Contingent for the Asaba Youth Games comprises 243 athletes; 70 Coaches and 28 Sports Officers. Team Edo will be competing in 31 games in Asaba.
