By Bamidele Kolawole

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Green House has once again proven its dominance, emerging as the overall champion at the 7th Inter-House Sport competition of Emplace College  Akure.

The event kicked off with a vibrant march-past as houses paraded their banners in a colourful display of unity and sportsmanship. The competition then shifted to the tracks, featuring thrilling races such as the 100m, 200m, relay races, sack race, invitation relay, and even a parents’ race, which added an extra dose of excitement.

Speaking at the event, the school proprietress, Dr. Damilola Oshin, emphasized the importance of sports in shaping well-rounded individuals. “Sports keep people fit, entertain, and enhance inter-personal relationships. Beyond academics, students need exposure to physical activities for overall development and global socialization,” she said. She further urged parents to support their children in sports, noting that it could be a path to stardom.

The Director of the school, Mr. Oluwaseyi Akinso-Oshin, highlighted the values sports instill in students. “It’s not just about physical skills; sports teach teamwork, leadership, resilience, and composure. That’s why we fully support sports development at Emplace College,” he stated.

At the end of the contest, Green House clinched the trophy with 328 points, followed closely by Yellow House with 311 points. Red House secured third place with 305 points while Blue House finished fourth with 284 points.

Winners were rewarded with certificates and trophies, marking another thrilling chapter in Emplace College’s sporting history.