Chairperson, Lagos
State Sports Council, Adeola Opeifa, has  lauded the outstanding performance of the Lagos State Handball team at the just-concluded Mega Veterans Handball Championships in Abuja.
Opeifa told newsmen that the team which came third at the event, succeeded because of its participation in several pre-championships programmes, organised by the council.
“I am very happy and impressed with the team’s performance; it is an evidence of their commitment to the various programmes organised by the council.
“Our regular training, developing talents and attending different competitions both at the state and the national levels, have improved our performance tremendously,’’ she said.
Opeifa commended the state government and corporate organisations for contributing to the development of the sport in the state.
The official said she was confident that the team would surpass its performance in subsequent competitions.
She said that the team had set a standard by its performance at the championships.
“The team’s performance at the championships is a tip of the iceberg. They have set a standard and now are a team to watch out for in any competition,’’ the chairperson said.
Opeifa hailed the organisers of the championships which she described as memorable and hitch-free.
She advised athletes to work harder and shun all forms of vices that could tarnish their image.