ISL Student-Athletes Smash Stereotypes With Stellar JAMB Scores
They are all athletes proudly wearing the colours of the International School, Lagos (ISL) at various tournaments—and they have excelled in every event. On the athletics track and basketball court, these student-athletes have consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, making ISL a formidable presence in inter-school sports competitions across the country. However, their achievements extend far beyond the sporting arena. In the classroom, they have also distinguished themselves, particularly in the recently concluded Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations, where many scored above the 300 mark. From 16-year-old Damiete Roberts, who scored an impressive 373, to 17-year-old Ayomide Oyedele, who earned 335, these students have proven that their commitment to sports has not hindered their academic performance. Others who stood out include Usman Mohammed (324), Abdulrahman Odunuga (324), Brian Alex-Nwangwu (301), Hadiyat Oladipo (305), and Olayiwola Are (328)—all of whom ranked among the top-performing students nationwide. An elated Coach Ijeoma Ernest of ISL attributed this remarkable academic feat to the unwavering commitment and collaboration between the students, the school, and their parents. “This is the result of the collective dedication of everyone involved—especially the ISL management led by the Principal, Kolawole Amusan, the parents and guardians, and the athletes themselves, who have mastered the balance between sports and academics,” Ernest said. “It’s a testament to our philosophy at ISL: we don’t just aim to excel in sports, but to nurture well-rounded, educated athletes who can thrive in any field. I’m thrilled to see our efforts bearing fruit in both arenas. We hope that future students will be inspired by this achievement and aim even higher. At ISL, we strive to be a model for schools across the country, showing that sports and education can go hand in hand without one compromising the other.”