Affiliated Sports & Organizations
Archery
Archery involves shooting arrows at a target using a bow. The target is typically 122cm in diameter and placed 70 meters away. Archers shoot a set of arrows, and the one with the closest shot to the center wins. Archery dates back to ancient times, with evidence of use in hunting and warfare. Modern competitive archery began in the 16th century in England.
Swimming
Swimming involves propelling through water using various strokes, emphasizing speed and endurance. Swimmers compete in various events, including sprinting and distance swimming. Modern swimming developed in England in the 19th century, with the establishment of the Amateur Swimming Association in 1869.
Table Tennis
Table tennis is a fast-paced racket sport played on a table, requiring agility and quick reflexes. Players hit a ball back and forth, aiming to make it land on the opponent’s side. Table tennis originated in England in the late 19th century, with the first official rules published in 1884.
Tennis
Tennis is a racket sport played on a court, emphasizing technique, strategy, and physical fitness. Players hit a ball back and forth, aiming to make it land in the opponent’s court. Modern tennis developed in England in the 19th century, with the establishment of the All-England Lawn Tennis Club in 1868.
Badminton
Badminton is a racket sport played on a court with a net. Players hit a shuttlecock back and forth, aiming to make it land in the opponent’s court. Badminton originated in India in the 18th century, with the modern game developed in England in the 19th century.
Cycling
Cycling involves riding bicycles, emphasizing endurance, speed, and technique. Riders compete in various events, including road racing and track cycling. The first bicycle was invented in 1817 by Karl von Drais. Modern cycling developed in the late 19th century.
Golf
Golf is a precision sport involving hitting balls into holes, requiring technique and focus. Players use various clubs to hit the ball into each hole. Golf originated in Scotland in the 15th century, with modern golf developing in the 18th century.
Handball
Handball is a fast-paced team sport involving throwing, catching, and scoring goals. Players score by throwing the ball into the opponent’s goal. Modern handball developed in Denmark in the late 19th century, with the first official rules published in 1898.
Hockey
Hockey is a team sport involving hitting balls or pucks into goals, requiring speed and skill. Players use sticks to hit the ball into the opponent’s goal Modern hockey developed in England in the 18th century, with the establishment of the Hockey Association in 1886.
Volleyball
Volleyball is a team sport involving hitting balls over a net, emphasizing teamwork and agility. Players score by hitting the ball into the opponent’s court. Volleyball was invented in the USA in 1895 by William G. Morgan.
Basketball
Basketball is a team sport played with a ball and hoop, emphasizing scoring and teamwork. Players score by shooting the ball into the opponent’s hoop. Basketball was invented in the USA in 1891 by James Naismith.
Football
Football is a team sport played with a ball, emphasizing scoring goals and physical strength. Players kick the ball into the opponent’s goal. Modern football developed in England in the 19th century, with the establishment of the Football Association in 1863.
Boxing
Boxing is a combat sport involving punching opponents, emphasizing strength and technique. Fighters wear gloves and engage in a series of rounds. Modern boxing developed in England in the 16th century, with the introduction of gloves and rules.
Wrestling
Wrestling is a combat sport involving grappling and submission, emphasizing strength and technique. Wrestlers engage in a series of matches, aiming to pin or submit their opponent. Wrestling dates back to ancient times, with evidence of wrestling in ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece.
Karate
Karate is a martial art emphasizing striking techniques, self-defense, and discipline. Karatekas practice kata and kumite, aiming to master various techniques. Karate originated in Okinawa, Japan in the 14th century, with modern karate developing in the 20th century.
Judo
Judo is a martial art emphasizing throwing, grappling, and submission, emphasizing technique and discipline. Judokas engage in randori, aiming to throw or submit their opponent. Judo was founded in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano.
Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a martial art emphasizing kicking techniques, speed, and agility. Practitioners engage in sparring and patterns, aiming to master various techniques. Taekwondo originated in Korea in the 1950s, with modern taekwondo developing in the 20th century.
Weightlifting
Weightlifting involves lifting weights, emphasizing strength and technique. Athletes compete in various weight classes, aiming to lift the maximum weight. Weightlifting dates back to ancient times, with evidence of weightlifting in ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing is a combat sport combining elements of boxing and martial arts, emphasizing striking techniques. Fighters use punches and kicks to score points. Kickboxing originated in Japan in the 1960s, with modern kickboxing developing in the 20th century.
Chess
Chess is a strategy board game involving pieces and checkmate, emphasizing critical thinking and tactics. Players move pieces to capture the opponent’s king. Chess originated in India in the 6th century AD, with modern chess developing in Europe in the 15th century.
Scrabble
Scrabble is a word game involving creating words from letters, emphasizing vocabulary and strategy. Players score points by creating words from randomly drawn letters. Scrabble was invented in the USA in 1938 by Alfred Mosher Butts.
Para Athletics
Para athletics involves track and field events for athletes with physical disabilities. Athletes compete in various events, including sprinting and distance running. Para athletics developed in the mid-20th century, with the first Paralympic Games held in 1960.
Para Powerlifting
Para powerlifting involves lifting weights, emphasizing strength and technique. Athletes compete in various weight classes, aiming to lift the maximum weight. Para powerlifting developed in the 1960s, with the first Paralympic Games held in 1960.
Goalball
Goalball is a team sport for visually impaired athletes, involving throwing a ball into a goal. Players use sound to locate the ball and goal. Goalball was developed in Austria in 1946, with the first Paralympic Games held in 1960.
Wheelchair Shooting
Wheelchair shooting involves shooting targets, emphasizing technique and focus. Athletes compete in various events, including pistol and rifle shooting. Wheelchair shooting developed in the 1940s, with the first Paralympic Games held in 1960.
esports
esports involves competitive gaming, often involving team play and strategy. Players compete in various games, including League of Legends and Dota 2. esports developed in the 1970s, with the first competitive gaming tournament held in 1972.
Fencing
Fencing is a combat sport involving swordplay, emphasizing speed, agility, and strategy. Fencers engage in bouts, aiming to score points by hitting their opponent. Fencing dates back to ancient times, with evidence of fencing in ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece.
Rowing
Rowing involves propelling boats with oars, emphasizing endurance and teamwork. Crews compete in various events, including sprints and distance races.
Footgolf
Footgolf is a hybrid sport that combines elements of football and golf. Players kick a football into holes on a golf course, aiming to complete each hole in the fewest kicks possible. The sport originated in the Netherlands in 2008 and has since spread to over 30 countries worldwide.
Beach Soccer
Beach soccer is a variant of association football played on a sand surface, with smaller teams and a smaller playing area. The sport originated in Brazil in the 1940s and has since become popular worldwide, with international competitions and leagues.
Five Aside Football
Five-a-side football is a variant of association football played with five players on each team, typically on a smaller field with smaller goals. The sport is popular in many countries, including Nigeria, and is often played in local leagues and tournaments.
Draughts
Draughts, also known as Checkers, is a board game played on a square board with 64 squares. Players move pieces (checkers) forward, capturing opponent’s pieces by jumping over them. The game has a long history, dating back to ancient Egypt and Greece, and is popular worldwide, including in Nigeria.
Snooker
Snooker is a game of skill, strategy, and patience, where players use a cue stick to hit colored balls into the pockets. The game is played with 22 balls, including 15 red balls, 6 colored balls, and 1 white cue ball. Snooker originated in India in the late 19th century, among British Army officers stationed in Jabalpur, India. The game gained popularity in the UK and worldwide, with the first official rules established in 1884.
Dambe
Dambe is a traditional martial art and combat sport originating from Nigeria, specifically from the Hausa people. It’s a full-contact sport that involves striking, kicking, and grappling techniques. Popularity: Dambe is a popular sport in Nigeria, particularly in the northern regions. It’s often performed during festivals, celebrations, and cultural events.
Dambe is not only a sport but also an important part of Nigerian culture and tradition. It requires strength, agility, and endurance, and is a great way to promote physical fitness and self-discipline.