Young squash talents impress at Ikoyi Club children’s tournament
Young squash players made a strong impression at the Ikoyi Club 1938 annual Squashtival tournament. Khadijat Durosinlorun and Abdul Hamid Durosinlorun emerged as champions in the girls’ and boys’ categories. The event is part of the club’s ongoing efforts to develop children’s squash skills. Organisers and sponsors praised the improved participation and standard of play.
Match highlights
- Khadijat Durosinlorun defended her title in the girls’ category, crediting her win to daily training and family support.
- Abdul Hamid Durosinlorun won the boys’ category and dedicated his victory to his father, who trained him.
- The tournament saw increased participation and a higher standard of play compared to previous editions, according to Oluwole Sojinrin.
- Sponsors including Amala.com, Zenith Bank, and George Lagos Hotel supported the event, with representatives expressing commitment to future editions.
- Other notable finishers were Toluwalase Balogun (girls’ runner-up), Ireoluwa Alabi and Adaeze Ezeh (joint third), and Chinua Ezeh (boys’ runner-up), with Temitayo Onabolu and Ikechi Ezeh finishing joint third.
