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Over 10,000 participants from more than 170 countries will be in China for the Games.
Ahead of the World University Games in China, the Nigeria University Games (NUGA) has commenced trials to select Nigeria's representatives at the Games.
Pulse Sports reports that 100 student-athletes will represent Nigeria at the competition that will take place from July 27 to August 8 in Chengdu, China.
Every two years, the multi-sport competition brings together student-athletes from all around the world to compete for honors in a range of sports.
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Over 10,000 participants from more than 170 countries will be in China for the Games.
World University Games will help Nigerian students - NUGA
NUGA's Acting Secretary General, Chidiebere Ezeani, said that the World University Games for Nigerian students are an excellent chance to shine internationally and honor their country.
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Ezeani added that they are appealing to the government and philanthropists to support the students in China.
She said “This is indeed a great opportunity for Nigerian Students to showcase talents on a global stage and bring glory to the nation”
"Therefore appealing to the government, sports authorities, corporate bodies, and well-meaning individuals to support our teams, as they represent Nigeria with honor, dignity, and sportsmanship.
“Nigeria will not only participate but will also excel at the 2023 World University Games, bringing pride and joy to the nation, therefore appealing to the government, sports authorities, corporate bodies, and well-meaning individuals to support our teams, as they represent Nigeria with honor, dignity, and sportsmanship."
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Nigeria is expected to compete for honors in seven games, including track and field, swimming, badminton, judo, Taekwondo, Table Tennis, and Tennis.
NUGA has regularly produced World class athletes who took part in the Games in the past.
What is World University Games
Student-athletes from all over the world come together every two years for the World University Games, a multisport competition where they compete for medals in a variety of sports.
Almost 10,000 participants from more than 170 nations are anticipated for the event's 2023 edition, which has been announced for Chengdu, China.
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