NAF Rockets Shine As Exciting Matches Continue in CGC Volley

Action continued in the third edition of the CGC Volleyball Premier League Phase One at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with teams delivering impressive performances across both the male and female categories.

In the men’s category, NSCDC recorded a straight-sets victory over the Nigeria Police Force, winning 3-0 with scores of 25-21, 25-18, and 25-22.

Key Highlights:

• NAF Rockets defeated VIP 3-0 to continue their strong run in the CGC Volleyball Premier League.
• Kano Pillars won a thrilling 3-2 match against Nigeria Correctional Service.
• In the women’s category, COAS and Life Camp Volleyball Club secured victories.
• The tournament continues at Moshood Abiola National Stadium with teams competing for top positions.

UCEM also secured a comfortable 3-0 win against AVC, claiming the sets 25-23, 25-18, and 25-16 to strengthen their position in the competition.

One of the most thrilling encounters of the day saw Kano Pillars edge Nigeria Correctional Service 3-2 in a fiercely contested five-set battle.

KNP took the first set 25-20 before NCOS responded with a 25-14 victory in the second.

KNP reclaimed the lead with a 25-20 win in the third set, but NCOS forced a decider after taking the fourth set 25-17. KNP eventually prevailed 15-12 in the deciding set.

In the women’s category, COAS produced a dominant display to defeat Federal Fire Service 3-0, winning 25-23, 25-13, and 25-20.

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Life camp Volleyball Club emerged victorious in another thrilling five-set contest against Benue Queens.

After dropping the opening set 14-25, LVC bounced back to win 26-24 before BNQ claimed the third set 25-21. LVC responded strongly by taking the fourth set 25-19 and sealed the match 16-14 in a tense fifth set.

NAF Rockets continued their impressive run with a commanding 3-0 victory over VIP. The Air Force side won 27-25, 25-18, and 25-19 to maintain their strong challenge in the championship.

Speaking after the match, NAF Rockets Head Coach, MW Michael Simon, attributed the team’s success to focused preparation despite having limited time to get ready for the competition.

“We had a late preparation, but we are familiar with the league and concentrated on areas where we had challenges, especially our backcourt defence, frontcourt defence and receiving. To the glory of God, the work we put in has paid off,” he said.

The coach revealed that his team has so far recorded five victories and suffered three defeats, with three matches still remaining in the phase.

Simon appealed for more training opportunities and support from the Nigerian Air Force leadership, expressing confidence that his side could become even more competitive.

“We are appealing to our Director of Sports and the Chief of Air Staff to give us more time for training. If that happens, we will surprise many teams in future championships,” he stated.

The coach also praised the organisers for maintaining high standards since the inception of the competition three years ago.

“The organisation has been excellent. The League Management Committee is doing a good job. We hope they can attract more sponsors to ensure the league continues to grow and maintain its quality in the years ahead,” he added.

The CGC Volleyball Premier League continues to provide a platform for discovering and showcasing volleyball talent across Nigeria, with teams battling for supremacy as the competition progresses with more exciting matches unfolding on the day 11.