Canaan Table Tennis Club of Calabar has announced its arrival on the continental stage in emphatic fashion, securing a resounding triumph over Tunisia’s Grappes d’Or de Grombelia in their debut match at the ongoing 2025 African Clubs Championship in Tunis. This commanding victory propels the Nigerian contingent to the summit of their group-stage standings, igniting aspirations of a deep tournament run.
Elated by the team’s sterling performance, the Chairman of Canaan Table Tennis Club, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, showered encomiums on the players, lauding their resilience, technical brilliance, and unwavering commitment to excellence. He expressed confidence in their ability to sustain their impressive momentum and further etch Nigeria’s name in the annals of continental table tennis.
“The team has demonstrated commendable dexterity and tenacity on the international stage, proving that they belong among Africa’s elite. This is only the beginning, and I urge them to remain focused and resolute as they continue their quest for glory,” Duke stated.
With their next fixture slated for tomorrow morning, the 23rd of February 2025, against Madagascar Women’s Table Tennis Club, Duke charged the players to replicate their vigour and competitive spirit in pursuit of another decisive victory.
He further rallied Nigerians to lend their unflinching support to the team by tuning in to the live broadcast of the matches via the official tournament link:https://www.youtube.com/live/bWNYoWM1_k8?si=wKbysBtXEhIV903L.
Canaan Table Tennis Club’s selection by the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) as the nation’s representative at this prestigious championship underscores the team’s immense potential and steadfast dedication to the sport.
Buoyed by this electrifying start, all eyes remain firmly fixed on the Nigerian outfit as they aim to sustain their momentum and mount a formidable challenge for the coveted championship title.
