After five exhilarating days of elite-level volleyball, Amuwo Spikers emerged champions of the 2025 LVC Thunder Games Championship, outplaying a fiercely competitive field to clinch the coveted trophy on Saturday night.
The annual competition, hosted by Lekki Volleyball Club, brought together top regional teams from across the country in a festival of athleticism, spirit, and community.
The tournament, which took place from April 15th to 19th at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos, saw Amuwo Spikers dominate the competition, winning first place in both the male and female categories. In the male category,
Amuwo Spikers took the top spot, followed by Lekki Cruisers in second place and Legacy VB in third place. In the female category, Amuwo Spikers again took the top spot, with Lekki Cruisers in second place and Oluyole Spikers in third place.
In the thrilling final match, Team Amuwo defeated the defending champions, Lekki Cruisers, with a score of 3-2, showcasing grit, precision, and resilience that cemented their position as a powerhouse in Nigerian volleyball. The tournament featured 25 teams, including 15 male and 8 female teams, making it the largest volleyball tournament ever held in Lagos.
The Most Valuable Player awards went to Ebuka Anachuna in the male category and Albertina Francis in the female category, both recognized for their exceptional performances throughout the tournament. Commenting on the victory, the Amuwo Spikers coach, Aare Oluwaseun, said, “This is one of the best tournaments in Nigeria currently, with most of the national players represented. From the spikes to the sets and defense, it has been a thunderous affair.”
The Head coach of Lekki Cruisers, Iwerima John, also praised the tournament, saying, “The competition has exposed a lot of talents in the country, playing good volleyball. It is important to continue to support tournaments like this, contributing to the development of this sport.”
The LVC Thunder Games 2025 was a resounding success, showcasing the best of Nigerian volleyball talent and setting the stage for future competitions.
