The Sigma Chief's Cup 2023

As part of the innovations and plans of the Sigma Chief, the Sigma Chief's Cup was birthed. The competition was for both male and female undergraduates of the University of Ibadan, both regular students. The male teams were formed randomly by students comprising 7players per team while the female teams were in the Halls of residence category - Alexander Brown Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Queen Idia Hall and Obafemi Awolowo Hall. Out of 36 male teams that showed interest by filling the application form, only 16 were selected after much screening, scrutiny and accreditation. The competition started on Friday, 28th April with the round of 16 matches of the male category with the matches being played simultaneously both at Zik and Indy Maracanas. 8 teams qualified from the Friday matches (though 2 matches were due to walkovers due to absence of opponents), and they proceeded to the quarter finals of the competition which was played on Saturday morning. The female category also had their semi final matches on Saturday morning at the Zik Maracana where 2 teams qualified for the final. The male category had their quarter final matches in the morning and the qualified teams played the semi finals in the evening. Sunday, which was the final day of the competition witnessed 3 matches - the female final, friendly match between loyal Sigmites and the male final. The female final was keenly contested by the ladies from Idia Hall and Awo Hall where Idia Hall emerged winner of the female category of the maiden Sigma Chief's The match between loyal Sigmites was also an interesting one as the two teams - Team purple and Team gold, entertained the guests and spectators with some exciting skills of football though Team Gold later won the match by a goal to nil. The final of the male category was between Gentlemen's Club and Raid FC. The match was an interesting one that was played by skilled and experienced players. After the final whistle was blown, the Gentlemen's Club emerged the winner having defeated Raid FC by a total of 6goals to 1 It was also a sight to behold as people came in droves to see the teams slug it against themselves with the population of spectators peaking 300. Raffle draws were made and prizes were presented to the winners. Afterwards the teams that emerged first position and First runner-ups of both categories were presented with certificates of sportsmanship and trophies were presented to the winners of both categories.