The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Rivers State Chapter, has felicitated with Rivers Hoopers on their triumph at the Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) Final Four and subsequent qualification for the Basketball Africa League (BAL).
In a statement jointly signed by Chairman, Cyril Dum Wite, and Secretary, Comrade Tonye Orabere JP, the association said the feat was a result of hard work, dedication and commitment.
SWAN Rivers also commended the Rivers State Government for its support to the team, as well as the General Manager, coaching crew and players for the victory.
“We know that Hoopers will make Nigeria proud as the sole representative of the nation at the BAL,” the statement said.
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The association urged the team to make the country proud by finishing on the podium, adding that they should take every game seriously and not underestimate any opponent.
Rivers Hoopers have now won the Nigeria Premier Basketball League seven times – in 2011, 2012, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2026.
The KingsMen have regularly represented Nigeria on the continent, making multiple appearances in the prestigious Basketball Africa League, including winning a bronze medal in 2024.
