Nigerian Athletes Join NCAA In United States

Nigerian Athletes Join NCAA In United States 

Precious Oham

Despite the abysmal performance of Team Nigeria at the just concluded Paris Olympics, two Nigerian athletes have joined the National Christian College Athletic Association, NCAA, Program, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Fast-rising track stars Justina Eyakpobeyan and Olayinka Olajide have officially joined the Big League of foreign-based athletes in the United States. Eykpobeyan signed up with the University of South Carolina on a rich program that has proven to help athletes excel in their craft. Olayinka, who was the only Nigerian athlete to adorn all medal colours at the 2024 African Games, will team up with Long and High jumpers - Ruth Usoro and Temitope Adesina at Texas Tech.