NUKAM ACADEMY
About Us
Nukam Sports Foundation
Nukam Sports Foundation
Nukam Sports Foundation was created to improve the lives and livelihoods of young people and children through sports. We achieve this goal through organizing programs, events, and training sessions. The foundation has had many success stories by educating, advocating, empowering, and connecting individuals.
The foundation is hopeful and looking forward for greater impact .
Gift has earned five MVP awards at the Milo-sponsored secondary school basketball competitions in the South East zone. She has been a team member of the U15 and U17 national female teams, as well as playing for Nigerian Customs Basketball, Delta Force, and the Imo State basketball team.
Founder & Head of Academy
“Great things come in small packages,” and they can indeed be explosive.
Diminutive basketball player Gift Anukam was born in Owerri Municipal, Imo State. She embarked on her career at the tender age of 10 during the inaugural Milo basketball clinic organized by Nestle Nigeria.
Gift has earned five MVP awards at the Milo-sponsored secondary school basketball competitions in the South East zone. She has been a team member of the U15 and U17 national female teams, as well as playing for Nigerian Customs Basketball, Delta Force, and the Imo State basketball team.
Her prowess on the court transitioned into a coaching career spanning over 15 years. She has led the Akwa Ibom state female team, the University of Uyo basketball team, OBN Basketball Academy, Ritman College/University basketball teams, among others. Gift has also competed in numerous events, including the NUGA games.
Currently, she runs the NUKAM Sports Foundation / Nukam Sport Academy, which has seen many athletes go on to compete in America.
In her heyday, Gift’s performances were captivating; her lack of height was compensated by her agility, skill, and precision in shooting.
Her guiding principles are determination and focus.
Coach Gift Anukam
Director, International Scouting.
Coach Tee Rogers
Manager , National Operation.
He is the Nukam Sports Foundation ‘Manager’. He is a Sport Manager’, A Soccer Coach, Life coach, Trainer.
He is Appointed Nigeria NFF ‘Match Commissioner’ Covering Nigeria League, and also currently, one of the Appointed Committee members for Reactivation of Football in Lagos state, focus (Principal Cup).
He is founder of the Xhosport brand (focusing on Sport management, Sports wears and Sport Equipment).
He has gone through the tutelage of many Coaches, Sports managers etc. both home and abroad, He played his youth soccer games in Pepsi Football Academy in the 90’s, also played in Principal Cup competition for Dairy farm secondary school in the 90’s. He played in the Nipoga competition for Yaba College of Tech. He has gathered experience in Sport Management Working with different soccer academies.
Presently, he is saddle with the responsibility of managing NUKAM SPORTS FOUNDATION.
Coach Oluwayemi O. Soji
Head , Media Adminstration.
Philip Braide
Youth Basketball coach / player Development Expert
Dedicated coach with over four years of experience providing high-quality basketball training, skilled in engaging and developing young athletes, and boasting a significant track record of team performance improvements
Ijomah Adetokunbo
WHO WE ARE
Vision and Mission
Our mission and vision are the guiding principles that drive our organization forward, shaping our every decision and action. At the core of our mission is a commitment to empower the youth. This overarching goal serves as our North Star, guiding us in everything we do.
Mission
To Give hope to the underserved communities through sports and education.
Vision
To Empower the youth through sport and education
Core Values
Determination, Dedication, Discipline, Resilience and Humanity
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Welfare Officer/Coach
Financial Secretary
General Secretary
Medical Director