Dami Bakare – Leaps above the competition in volleyball
Dami Bakare is a Nigerian volleyball player who competed in the London 2012 Olympics for Great Britain. At 6ft 5 inches, his jumps are so high that it is reported that the equipment at the training center in Bath was unable to measure his leaps.
Eniola Aluko – Success in America leads to success in Europe
Although Eniola was a great soccer player, she was not considered a great striker by many fans in England. Ironically, it wasn’t until she played for the St. Louis Athletica that she was considered worthy of attention.
Prince Amukumara – New York Giants cornerback
Prince Amukamara | New York Giants #20 | Corner Back
Prince Amukumara was born in Leominister, Massachussetts, to Nigerian parents. The grandson of the Chief of Awo-Omamma in Imo State in Nigeria, he is next in line to be Chief.
Ogum Chijindu proves the Lingerie Football League is serious football
Ogum Chijindu is a player in the Lingerie Football League and she is serious about football. Known as the “Nigerian Knockout”, she plays for the LA Temptations as a wide receiver and a safety.
Ogum Chijindu
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Amobi Okoye Teaches American football in Nigeria
Amobi Okoye is determined to help his country in several ways using his celebrity status to garner support. Okoye is a defensive tackle for the Houston Texans and was the youngest player ever to be drafted into the NFL in the first round (he was 19 years old).
Amobi Okoye
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Akwasi Owusu-Ansah – Dallas Cowboys’ Cornerback
Akwasi was chosen to fill a spot that is much needed by the Dallas Cowboys. With only three cornerbacks, they have struggled to get a fourth that they can train to be a strong starter cornerback in the future. Akwasi seems to fit this mold–tall with speed. An All-American Honorable Mention at Ohio State University he recorded the fastest 40 yard dash time.
Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
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Osi Umenyiora says sorry to the fans
I have to give it to him. Osi seems to be a class act when it comes to the game and the fans. In an interview with the media, he apologized for a relatively poor show by the Giants team.
Osi Umenyiora
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Tamba Hali – Kansas City Chiefs’ linebacker
Tamba Hali, the Liberian playing for the Kansas City Chiefs, has been touted as one of the most gifted and valuable players. He leads the team in sacks (4.5) and fumbles (2) and has been far and away the most consistent force rushing the passer. Some feel that he is directly responsible for drastically improving the Chiefs’ pass rush game.
New York Jets stars David Clowney and Santonio Holmes tour Ghana
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American Football player David Clowney and his New York Jets teammate, Santonio Holmes recently visited for some charity football related activities in Ghana. Through donations to the David Clowney Foundation, the group brought about 250 pounds of children’s clothing to Ghana for donations.
Celebrity Sightings: Sulley Muntari and GF Menaye grace Wesley Schneider’s wedding
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Ghana Black Stars and Inter Milan midfielder, Sulley Muntari was recently spotted with girlfriend Menaye Donkor at the wedding of Dutch and Inter playmaker, Wesley Schneider’s wedding. The two joined friends and family of the newly weds to celebrate their wedding bliss over the weekend.
Drogba continues to be Chelsea’s gold
Didier Drogba continues to affirm Chelsea’s confidence in his abilities with strong performances in his games.
Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard celebrate (Photo: Tom Jenkins)
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