In the thrilling battleground of intellect, Umar, a formidable force with a 2-time Under 13 Chess Tournament triumph, faced an unexpected checkmate at the Tech1M Chess Tournament, AmuwoGames 2023, surrendering his reign to Festac Bulls’ Excel Victor.
The chessboard drama didn’t end there, as Extension Dolphins’ prodigy Tamunokuro Farry-Harry claimed victory in the Under-17 category, while Festac Elephants’ Nzubechukwu Ananti retained the crown in the Open category, showcasing their strategic prowess.
Meanwhile, at the Lanre Shittu Motors Scrabble Tournament, new champions emerged, with Abdulrahman Abubakar, the rising star of Mile 2 Lions, seizing the under 13 category throne. Amoo Abdullateef and Nwosu Chika, representing Mile 2 Lions and an unyielding spirit, respectively, conquered the under 17 and open categories, spelling triumph in every tile.
The Golden Penny Volleyball Tournament witnessed a fierce clash, culminating in Festac Bulls outplaying the formidable Festac Unicorns in a nail-biting three-round finals, seizing the coveted gold medal.
Shifting the arena to the Darius Turf in Diamond Estate, the Smoov Chapman 5-aside Tournament unfolded in a blaze of colors. Peter Nnamonu, the charismatic brand manager, set the stage for an electrifying contest. Among the eight battling teams, the Mile 2 Hawks, GRA Rhinos, Festac Bulls, and Festac Elephants emerged as the gladiators destined for the semi-finals.
As the AmuwoGames 2023 Festival of Sports Tournaments marches forward, the excitement intensifies. Brace yourself for more showdowns, including Basketball, Tennis, and beyond. Make Amuwo-Odofin your destination this November – the arena where champions rise and legends are made.