Olabisi Joseph, President of the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF), has commended the organisers of the Dolphin Swimming League—Nigeria’s premier inter-school swimming competition—for their consistency and vital role in nurturing young talent.
Speaking as a special guest at the Season 6 award ceremony held in Lagos on July 5, Joseph expressed her admiration for the league’s impact:
“I am thrilled to be part of this award ceremony for the first time. The performance of these young swimmers, both nationally and internationally, is truly inspiring. Some even outperformed established athletes at the recent National Sports Festival. I commend the parents, guardians, and schools for their unwavering support, and I applaud Dynaspro Sports Promotion Limited for their steadfast commitment to this competition.”
Also speaking at the event, Samuel Jesimiel, Technical Director of the Nigeria Aquatic Federation, highlighted the league’s growing influence:
“The Dolphin Swimming League continues to be a breeding ground for future champions. Four of its athletes have been selected to represent Nigeria at the upcoming African School Games in Algeria later this month.”
Champions Crowned in Season 6
St Saviour’s School, Ikoyi, and Grange School, Ikeja, emerged as champions of Season 6, amassing 1,121.5 and 1,335 points respectively across the four legs of the season to top the elementary and secondary school categories.
At the award ceremony, St Saviour’s reaffirmed its dominance in the elementary division, finishing ahead of Grange School and Children’s International School, who placed second and third, respectively.
In the secondary school category, Grange School claimed top honours, bolstered by standout performances from Aidan Demuje-Abili and Chioma Kanu. Children’s International School and Greensprings School followed in second and third place.
In the club division, Boken Aquatics of Lagos swept both the elementary and secondary titles.
Special Recognitions
Discoveries of the Year: Zoe Adeyemi (Riverbank School) and Temilayo Onabolu (Corona School)
Most Organised Team: St Saviour’s School
Fair Play Awards: Riverbank School and Lagos Preparatory and Secondary School
Best Productive Coach Awards: Nkechi Modupeola Ofonedu (St Saviour’s) and Alade Ebimowei Simon (Grange School)
The Dolphin Swimming League continues to serve as a cornerstone of youth sports development in Nigeria, consistently producing elite talent and fostering a culture of excellence in aquatic sports.