Gombe Inter-Schools Athletics Championships: 73 schools in 11 LGA’s confirm readiness

By ADO SALISU

The Gombe State Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Competition 2025 has received a boost with 73 schools across 11 Local Government Areas having officially registered to participate in the championship.

This highly anticipated event, scheduled to take place from 19th to 25th January 2025, will be held at the prestigious Pantami Township Stadium situated in Gombe Metropolis.

The competition, which includes public and private schools such as GDSS Dukku West, GSS Bolari East, Emerald International Academy, and Diocesan High School, aims at promoting sportsmanship, uncovering young athletic talents, and fostering youth development.

Participants will compete in varieties of events, including 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 3000m races, 4x100m and 4x400m relays, shot put, long jump, high jump, triple jump, and javelin throw, among others. 

Football matches are also scheduled, with youth football teams for boys competing in exciting games leading to the finals.

Also note that scouts from Germany led by a former captain of Flying Eagles, a EUFA Licensed Coach Adrew Uwe and Coach Henry Ambrose from AGIC-DIASPORA FOOTBALL OUTREACH will be in Gombe to scout for talents during the

Principal’s Cup football Competition.

The opening ceremony will include a match pass, which kicks  off on 19th January, while the closing ceremony on 25th January will feature the presentation of medals and awards to outstanding athletes and schools.

This initiative, organized by the Gombe State Athletics Association under the leadership of Hon. Ahmad Shuaibu Gara-Gombe and sponsored by the Green White Green Sports Center, also includes the Principals Cup Football Competition, bringing together over 3,500 athletes and footballers across the 11 Local Government Areas in the State 

The event offers more than just competition. Participants and spectators will enjoy the fully-equipped Games Village, fitted with security, accommodation, healthcare, food, and entertainment, making it a holistic experience.

Organizers are excited about the strong response and are committed to delivering a well-organized and competitive event that will serve as a platform for nurturing future athletes and fostering collaboration among schools