By Chijioke Ogwua
Grandmates School, with branches in Oke Afa and Okota, hosted its highly anticipated 2026 Inter-House Sports Competition on Saturday, March 14, at the Ansarudeen Sports Complex, delivering a vibrant showcase of athletic talent, teamwork, and community spirit.
The event attracted students, parents, and teachers, transforming the venue into a lively arena filled with colour, excitement, and healthy competition.
Participants competed in a variety of track and field events, including 25m, 50m, 100m, 200m, and 400m races, relay races, as well as fun games such as sack race, lime and spoon race, balloon race, skipping race, and “fill the basket.” Special races for staff, parents, and alumni added to the excitement of the day.
Declaring the event open, the Director, Elder Olusola Adepoju, reaffirmed the school’s commitment to holistic education, describing the competition as a platform for developing well-rounded individuals.
He emphasized that sports help instill discipline, resilience, courage, and teamwork in students.
“Education goes beyond academics. Today is about building character through teamwork, discipline, and resilience,” he said, urging students to compete with integrity and enthusiasm.
Also speaking, Chairman of the Sports Committee, Mrs. Adenike Adepoju, highlighted the importance of sports in shaping confident and disciplined children.
She noted that the 15th biennial competition, themed “Together We Move: Power, Play and Pride,” serves as an avenue for discovering new talents while promoting unity and fair play.
She commended the school management, PTA executives, and stakeholders for their unwavering support, stressing the need to continue nurturing students who excel both academically and socially.
Chairman of the occasion and PTA Chairman, Comrade Uche Ohaji, praised the enthusiasm displayed by the students and described the event as a celebration of unity, discipline, and sportsmanship.
He encouraged participants to value fair play and active participation over winning, while also calling for greater integration of sports into the educational curriculum.
A major highlight of the event was the colourful march past by the four houses—Red, Green, Yellow, and Blue—with Red House emerging first, followed by Green and Yellow.
In the overall competition, Blue House clinched the championship title, Green House placed second, and Yellow House finished third.
The atmosphere was further enlivened by cheering parents and staff, creating a strong sense of unity and school pride.
In the inter-school relay races, five invited schools participated, adding a competitive edge to the event.
Winners emerged in the girls’ category, while the boys’ relay saw strong performances from competing schools including Razeva School and Ronik College.
Speaking after the event, Elder Adepoju commended the staff for their organization, parents for their support, and sponsors for their contributions.
He described the competition as a milestone in the school’s history and a reflection of its vision to raise confident, disciplined, and globally competitive students.
An administrative staff member, Mrs. Aderibigbe Kikelomo, also praised the teamwork behind the event, noting that such activities help build confidence, discipline, and social skills among students.
The Grandmates School Inter-House Sports Competition remains a key feature of the academic calendar, reinforcing the values of physical fitness, teamwork, and excellence among students.
