NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES 2024: GIFT OBETEN EARNS TEAM CROSS RIVER’S FIRST MEDAL
BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O.
Team Cross River Swimming Celebrates Silver Medal Win at 8th National Youth Games 2024
At the 8th National Youth Games 2024, Team Cross River Swimming made a remarkable impact with a silver medal in the 100m Breaststroke, proudly won by Gift Obeten. This victory not only marks the team’s first medal at the event but also serves as a testament to their relentless dedication and hard work.
Gift Obeten, a talented young swimmer from Cross River, delivered an outstanding performance in a highly competitive field, securing the silver medal for her team. Her achievement is a significant milestone, reflecting the state’s commitment to nurturing young sporting talent and fostering a culture of excellence.
The 8th National Youth Games, a key event in Nigeria’s sports calendar, brings together the best young athletes from across the nation to compete in various sports disciplines. Team Cross River’s swimming squad, under the guidance of experienced coaches, demonstrated great promise and potential throughout the competition, with Obeten’s success inspiring her teammates and the entire state.
The Cross River State Ministry of Sports has expressed immense pride in Gift Obeten’s achievement, recognizing it as a sign of greater things to come for the state’s youth athletes. The ministry has reiterated its commitment to supporting and developing young talents like Obeten, who continue to make the state proud on the national stage.
As the games continue, Team Cross River remains focused and determined to build on this early success, aiming for more podium finishes and showcasing the spirit and talent of the state’s youth. The silver medal win is a reminder of the bright future ahead for Cross River sports and its young athletes.
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