Photo: Start-Rite Schools Abuja at the football competition
By: Nkechi Njoku
Start-Rite Schools, Abuja, has once again demonstrated its growing reputation as a centre for all round excellence after emerging champions at a highly competitive two-day football tournament organised by the American International School, Abuja.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Media and Communication Unit of Start-Rite Schools, the tournament, which took place on May 15 and 16, 2026, featured some of Abuja’s leading schools, including the American International School, Regent School, Abuja World Academy, Lycée Français Marcel Pagnol, and Lead British International School.
After an impressive run of performances, Start-Rite Schools secured first place, defeating Regent School in a thrilling final match to lift the trophy.
The statement noted that “The victory has been celebrated as more than just a sporting achievement. It reflects the school’s wider commitment to developing confident, disciplined, and well rounded students who can compete and excel at the highest levels, both academically and in sports.”
It stated that in his reaction to the development, “The Chairman of the Advisory Board of Start-Rite Schools, Distinguished Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, OFR, CON, LL.D., SAN, expressed delight at the team’s performance and reaffirmed the school’s dedication to creating meaningful learning experiences that challenge the natural abilities and endowments of students.”
Ndoma-Egba, who is equally the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), was said to have emphasized that Start-Rite Schools remains intentional about sports and talent development, with a clear focus on preparing students for future opportunities, including professional sporting careers where possible.
“We are incredibly proud of our team for their dedication, courage, and outstanding performance throughout the competition. To our players, coaches, and supporters, thank you for representing Start-Rite with excellence and heart,” he was quoted as saying.
The Advisory Board Chair further declared that the school would continue investing in platforms that expose students to healthy competition, high level training, and opportunities to build strong sporting profiles and competitive ratings. He pointed to recent efforts made by the school to strengthen exposure for student athletes, including international opportunities provided for members of the swim team.
As noted in the statement, “At Start-Rite Schools, sports is viewed as an essential part of education and leadership development. The school believes that football, swimming, athletics, and other sporting activities help students build resilience, discipline, teamwork, emotional intelligence, confidence, and leadership skills that remain valuable long after the final whistle.
“Established by the late Mrs. Amaka Ndoma-Egba, Start-Rite Schools continues to distinguish itself through an educational philosophy that combines academic excellence with sports, physical fitness, leadership training, and rich extracurricular opportunities aimed at developing the whole child.
“The latest football triumph further strengthens the school’s growing reputation as an institution where talent is discovered, nurtured, and positioned for global relevance.”
