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NSC Acting Executive Director Mahmoud L. Jawla Opens FIVB-Backed Volleyball Coaches Training

The Acting Executive Director of the National Sports Council (NSC), Mahmoud L. Jawla, has officially launched a 10-day intensive volleyball coaching training program in collaboration with the Gambia Volleyball Federation (GVBF) and the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) Empowerment Program. The training, which focuses on beach and indoor volleyball coaching techniques, began on November 28, 2024, […]

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Bai Dodou Jallow Elected GNOC President as New Executive Leadership Emerges

Bai Dodou Jallow, the President of the Gambia Volleyball Federation, has been elected as the new President of the Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC) for the 2025-2028 quadrennial. Jallow secured 26 votes in a tightly contested election, defeating Muhammed M. Jagana, who garnered 21 votes. Jallow’s victory marks a significant turning point for the GNOC,

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Gambian Judokas Shine at Dakar African Open 2024

Apaye Junior Gibba and Baboucarr Mendy have put The Gambia on the map with remarkable performances at the ongoing Dakar African Open Judo Championship 2024, taking place in Dakar, Senegal. Gibba clinched a silver medal, while Mendy earned a bronze medal in their respective categories, marking a proud moment for Gambian judo enthusiasts. Their achievements come as they prepare

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Central River Region Elects New Wrestling Executive Committee

Stakeholders in the Central River Region (CRR) convened on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at the Janjanbureh Youth Centre for an elective congress to appoint a new executive committee to oversee the region’s wrestling affairs. The congress saw delegates unanimously elect most positions unopposed, except for the Vice Chairman role, which was contested. Mamut Ceesay emerged

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Stakeholders Elect New Wrestling Executive Committee in Upper River Region

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, stakeholders in the Upper River Region convened in Basse to usher in a new executive committee to lead the region’s wrestling affairs. Delegates unanimously elected Mr. Jewru Krubally as chairman of the new executive committee during the elective congress. In his address, Alagie Bojang, Desk Officer for Wrestling, advised the

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€3,500 Boost from Ministry of Youth and Sports to Mobilize Fans for Gambia’s Crucial AFCON Qualifier Against Comoros

In a spirited show of support, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, through the National Sports Council, has once again stepped in to ensure the senior Scorpions feel the power of their fans during the critical Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Comoros at Stade Municipale de Berkane. Through the Gambian Embassy, the Ministry

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Johnathan McKinstry Aims to Lead The Gambia to the Africa Cup of Nations

Source: Sky Sports Exclusive Interview In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Northern Irish coach Johnathan McKinstry opened up about his journey from Belfast to Africa, where he is now striving to guide The Gambia to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Known for his remarkable rise in football, McKinstry became the youngest international manager

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Wrestling Lower River Region Elects New Executive Committee to Lead Regional

On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the Lower River Region (LRR) elected a new executive committee, headed by Mr. Mustapha Sabally, to oversee wrestling affairs in the region. The election, which took place in Soma, saw the committee members elected unopposed, reflecting a unified decision among stakeholders. The newly formed executive is set to play a pivotal

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New Executive Committee Elected Unopposed to Lead North Bank Region Wrestling Committee

Stakeholders in the North Bank Region convened in Kerewan on Saturday, 9th November 2024, for an Elective Congress that saw the unopposed election of a new executive committee to steer wrestling development in the region. The event was presided over by the Sprt Chairperson Buba Ceesay and graced by prominent people from the region including

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Gambia Basketball Teams Shine at Dakar en Jeux with Silver and Bronze Medals

The Gambia’s men’s and women’s basketball teams delivered remarkable performances at the Dakar en Jeux Basketball Tournament, securing silver and bronze medals, respectively, in a testament to Gambian basketball’s growing strength on the regional stage. The men’s team clinched the silver medal after a hard-fought final against Senegal, narrowly losing 14-19. Despite the close defeat,

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