The Nationwide Sports activities Fee (NSC) has confirmed that Nigerian athletes getting ready for the 2026 Commonwealth Video games in Glasgow, Scotland, will endure an intensive four-week residential coaching camp as a part of efforts to make sure optimum efficiency on the Video games.
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Director Basic of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, disclosed that the Fee has secured a coaching base in Aberdeen, Scotland, a transfer designed to reinforce coordination, scale back journey fatigue, and remove last-minute logistical challenges.
In accordance with Hon. Olopade, situating the camp throughout the host nation properly forward of the Video games displays classes realized from earlier worldwide competitions.
“We’ve intentionally positioned our preparation camp near the competitors atmosphere to permit athletes settle early and practice below related situations.
Expertise has proven us that last-minute actions throughout nations may be disruptive. This time, we’re prioritizing stability, construction, and correct coordination,” he defined.
He added that Crew Nigeria will arrive on the Aberdeen camp 4 weeks earlier than the opening ceremony, permitting enough time for acclimatisation, technical refinement, and workforce bonding.
The DG famous that his go to to Scotland was a part of the Fee’s broader early-stage planning, targeted on securing athlete-friendly lodging and making certain a seamless transition into competitors mode.
“Our purpose is to take away avoidable stress from the athletes and technical crew. By planning early and dealing inside established efficiency frameworks, we’re placing measures in place to help peak efficiency when it issues most,” he stated.
The NSC additionally confirmed that preparations are being guided by Elite Podium Board suggestions, underscoring the Fee’s dedication to professionalism, evidence-based planning, and worldwide finest practices.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Video games, scheduled to happen from July 23 to August 2, and can characteristic 10 sports activities.
