Preparations are in full swing for the Zamfara End of the Year Volleyball Tournament, as the State Volleyball Association moves to close the year in grand style.
The tournament is being driven by the Acting Chairman of the Association, Hon. Anas Hamisu Lawal, popularly known as Jarumin Gusau.
According to a statement released on Saturday by his media aide, a Planning Committee has already been put in place to deliver a well-organised and memorable event.
The competition is expected to draw the entire volleyball family in the state together.
Players from all 14 Local Government Areas, stakeholders, fans, retired players, tertiary institutions, as well as military and paramilitary teams, are all expected to take part.
Describing the event, the Association said it goes beyond just competition.
“This is not just a tournament. It is a reunion, a celebration of talent, and a symbol of unity.”
Organisers say the tournament will provide a big platform for young athletes to display their skill, discipline and passion for the game, with the hope that new stars will emerge.
Ahead of the event, the Association, working together with the ZACAST Volleyball Elders, has started renovating the volleyball court to give players and spectators a befitting arena.
In a message to the volleyball community, the Association called on everyone to rally round the tournament.
“To every player, coach, stakeholder, and lover of volleyball in Zamfara: This is our time. This is our association. This is our tournament. Let us stand together in unity. Let us support our leadership. Let us show Nigeria that Zamfara is the home of volleyball talent, discipline, and sportsmanship.”
The statement added that since taking charge, Hon. Lawal has been committed to restoring unity, discipline and sportsmanship to volleyball in the state.
It noted that under his leadership, Zamfara has already featured at the recent Zonal Festival in Kaduna, a sign that volleyball in the state is back, active and ready to compete nationally.
“Together, under the leadership of Hon. Anas Hamisu Lawal, we will take Zamfara Volleyball to greater heights.”
