GreenLock Academy enables young talents to compete at the highest level - Funsho Peters

 

The Executive Vice Chairman of one of the fastest growing football institutions in the bustling city of Lagos, Mr. Funsho Peters, stated that they are commited to helping aspiring footballers and young talents to reach their fullest potential, as he outlined the academy's objectives and ambitions.

 

Mr. Funsho Peters who spoke at the official inauguration ceremony of the GreenLock Football Academy, over the weekend at the Navy Sports Complex in Satellite Town, Lagos, South-West, Nigeria was confident that they will reach greater heights as they enter another year of footballing activities.

 

“It’s been about a year and a half now, although it feels like it has been 10 years or more. I’m excited to see what we can achieve moving forward."

The Executive Vice Chairman of the academy that accepts both residential and non-residential players, went on to share some of the advantages and unique opportunities, which players will find helpful and also greatly benefit from.

"Talent and children who join the academy will also have the opportunity to successfully complete their education, as we have established agreements with top schools in Satellite Town where our players can continue their studies.

"Their development doesn’t stop here; the best players will have opportunities showcase their skills at the international level," Mr. Peters stated.

 

The academy that aims to help players gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the beautiful game and accelerate it's growth across the length and breath of the City of Excellence, Lagos, was recently promoted to the National League One (NLO), — which is the third thier of football in the country — and they are certain to make their presence felt. 

 

“We will be competing in the NLO, and I'm eager to see how we perform. My focus is on taking it one game at a time.

"While it would be wonderful for the GreenLock Academy to be promoted to the next tier league in Nigeria, what matters most to me is ensuring these players are fully prepared to compete at the next level when the opportunity arises," He concluded.