Caleb British International School, Lekki, Lagos has secured an outstanding victory as the overall champion in the highly competitive Lagos Inter-School Olympics tournament.
The tournament, organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, brought together schools from across the region to compete in various sporting events.
Demonstrating their exceptional athletic prowess and unwavering determination, the students from Caleb British International School achieved a remarkable feat, clinching a total of 7 Gold medals, 1 Silver medal, and 2 Bronze medals.
Dr. Elvis Otobo, Deputy Director, Public Relations, Protocol and Marketing.
Caleb Group of Schools, in a statement, said the CBIS football team, showcasing remarkable skills and teamwork, emerged as the undisputed champions by triumphing over Atwool School in a gripping final match, which concluded with a score of 1-0 in favour of the CBIS team.
Before the remarkable victory, the CBIS football team exhibited their dominance by overwhelming Aunty Ayo School with an impressive 5-2 victory, showcasing their exceptional performance in both halves of the game.
Encouraged to do more, the triumphant Caleb British International School basketball team again overwhelmed the Aunty Ayo Secondary School basketball team with an astounding score of 56-12 in the final.
With an impeccable record of no defeats throughout the competition, the CBIS Basketball team showcased their exceptional skill and tenacity, leaving their opponents in awe.
The outstanding performance of the CBIS team earned them high praise, leading the Director of Malizay School to pledge a trophy donation to recognize their remarkable achievements in the tournament.
In the track and field event, the team proved their mettle by winning the 100 meters boys’ category, securing the coveted Gold medal.
In the girls’ category, Princess Akachi clinched the Gold medal just as Chisimdi Okonkwo and Benjamin Clever both outshined their competitors in the 200 meters event by winning Gold medals.
Other medalists are Favour Emami, and Harry Irvin who 3rd and 4th positions in the 400 meters race.
The boys’ Relay team brought further glory to CBIS by securing the Gold medal.
In recognition of their remarkable accomplishments, Caleb British International School was honored with the prestigious Overall Best Trophy in the Olympics competition. Additionally, the school excelled in the Table Tennis game, further cementing its reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of sports.
The organizers of this year’s competition showered praise upon the CBIS coach, Kazeem Gbajabiamila, acknowledging his invaluable contribution to the team’s resounding success at the event.
