By Israel Mbam
The Chief organiser of Ebonyi Scouting Tournament and CEO of Salt Jewel Football club, Dr. Onyechi Nwankwo has been honoured as Ambassador of Sloboda FC Siaulia Joniskis. This the Sports Director of the club, Mr. Tihomir Sloboda said was in recognition of his passion for grassroots sports development and his excellent organisation of the scouting event.
Speaking at the second day of the tournament, the international Scouter who was in Ebonyi to harvest young football Talents, both male and female, noted that he was impressed with the performances of the players in the tournament. He also gifted cash, boots and jersey to outstanding young players who impressed him on the second day of the soccer showpiece.
In his response, Dr. Onyechi Nwankwo thanked Mr. Sloboda for the honour and for expressing satisfaction with the ongoing Scouting games. He said the recognition will further boost his morals in hunting for more talents to develop and showcase to the world.
Dr. Nwankwo also commended the excellent performance of the teams from within and outside Ebonyi State, expressing hope that at the end of the programme, many of the players would be selected to go for further trainings that will help them compete favourably with their counterparts in other parts of the world.
Eight football teams, male and female played at the second day of the scouting event which will end on Saturday 3rd May, 2025