October 15, (THEWILL) – The Nigeria Wrestling Federation in conjunction with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has commenced a level 3 IOC coaching course for the coaches/referees of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) to help develop the sport in the country.
According to a statement made available by the Secretary General of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Alh. Mohammed Maigidansanma, the training, which commenced in Yanegoa, the Bayelsa State capital, on October 15, will last till October 21, 2023.
The Wrestling Federation noted that the initiative is to enhance the coaching and mentoring skills of Nigeria Wrestling Federation coaches and teams, ensuring they achieve their maximum potential performance in terms of building, equipping and applications of international guidelines and aiding Nigerian wrestlers in reaching their peak in the game.
The statement also said that the course will intensively combine high-level technical skills, tactical, theoretical work and pedagogical principles as well as exposure to current international practices and attitudes in a training context.
It added that the training will feature internationally approved facilitators, with coaches from various states across Nigeria to partake in the week-long training course.
The Wrestling Federation extends its gratitude to the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) for lending their support to help develop the growing number of the federation technical officials.
