NSF 2024: Yahaya Yahuze Wins Wrestling Gold, Boosts Team FCT’s Medal Haul to 35

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Demonstrating strength and consistency across multiple sports, Team FCT has surged to a total of 35 medals at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival, as reported by BSNSports.com.ng. The impressive haul includes 13 gold, 8 silver, and 14 bronze medals.

A major highlight came from wrestler Yahaya Yahuze Mohammed, who clinched a gold medal in the early hours of May 27, further cementing FCT’s competitive edge. In gymnastics, Cynthia Chiamaka Paul stood out with a silver and a bronze in Power Tumbling. The Golf team added another silver, while the Judo contingent contributed a bronze to the growing tally.

The medals span a wide range of disciplines, underscoring Team FCT’s well-rounded preparation and athletic depth:

  • Gold (13 total): Karate (5), Golf (2), Wrestling (2), Ayoo (2), Scrabble (2)
  • Silver (8 total): Golf (4), Karate (1), Weightlifting (1), Wushu Kungfu (1), Gymnastics – Power Tumbling (1)
  • Bronze (14 total): Weightlifting (2), Taekwondo (2), Powerlifting (1), Golf (1), Wushu Kungfu (1), Athletics (1), Scrabble (1), Badminton (1), Karate (2), Judo (1), Gymnastics – Power Tumbling (1)

As the competition intensifies, Team FCT continues its push to finish among the top-performing states, showcasing not only athletic excellence but also the spirit of unity through sport.

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