Athletes arrive camp ahead of 2026 Super Hockey League — NHF

Posted : 13 June 2026

The Secretary-General of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Salisu Mamman, has said that the federation is fully prepared for the 2026 Nigeria Super Hockey League (NSHL) scheduled to take place in Abuja.

Mamman disclosed this in an interview on Saturday, noting that the league will be held from June 25 to July 5 at the AstroTurf of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium.

According to him, preparations for the championship are progressing smoothly, with athletes already arriving in camp and training sessions underway ahead of the competition.

“We are in high spirits. We have planned and put things on the ground and, as of now, our athletes have started arriving in camp.

“They are training, and we have been sorting out logistics. Most of the items required for the competition are already on ground,” he said.

The NHF secretary-general added that the federation had engaged relevant departments responsible for medical services, safety, and security to ensure a successful and incident-free tournament.

“We have already written to the medical department seeking their support and attention.

“The same applies to safety and security. Those arrangements are already in place, and we are working closely with them,” he said.

Mamman assured hockey enthusiasts of an exciting and highly competitive championship, with teams expected to display different styles of play, skills, and tactical approaches.

“You will see entirely different performances from different teams with different skills and techniques.

“I promise hockey lovers an exciting competition. More than 25 teams, comprising male and female teams from across the country, are expected to participate,” he said.

He also commended the support of the National Sports Commission towards the successful organisation of the league.

Mamman further disclosed that the host team, the FCT Hockey Club, is expected to be fully in camp by next week.

Kada Stars are the defending champions in the men's category after winning the 2025 Nigeria Super Hockey League title, while Kada Queens retained the women's crown.

The anticipation surrounding the tournament reflects the growing stature of hockey within the country's sports landscape. With defending champions Kada Stars and Kada Queens facing fierce competition from over 25 arriving teams, the stage is set for an unforgettable display of athleticism in Abuja. Fans and stakeholders alike can look forward to a seamlessly organized and thrilling tournament that will elevate the profile of Nigerian hockey.

Athletes arrive camp ahead of 2026 Super Hockey League — NHF

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