The Oyo State Premier Female Football Club, Pacesetter Queens, on Tuesday unveiled its new logo and coaching crew.
The club’s new leadership comprises Coach Akinwunmi Obajimi ( Head Coach), Damilola Olaitan Badmous , First Assistant Coach, a former player with a CAF C license and Zaccheaus Aderoju , Second Assistant Coach.
Others include Physical Trainer, Lateef Lukman, FIFA – badged Goalkeeper Trainer, Foluso Ajayi and Welfare Officer, Miss Grace Towobola .
Addressing relevant stakeholders during the unveiling in her office, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Miss Wasilat Adegoke, expressed profound gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for his steadfast support. “His Excellency’s dedication to empowering female athletes through financial backing and goodwill has made this milestone possible,” Adegoke stated, emphasizing the governor’s role in fostering equal opportunities for women in sports.
“The new logo, described as bold and modern, symbolizes the strength, unity, and aspirations of the players and fans, signaling Pacesetter Queens FC’s readiness to make a mark on national and international stages”
Adegoke announced strategic plans, including a one-month trial period for aspiring players, with a team bus to be provided post-trials. Training facilities at Adamasingba Stadium (main bowl and astroturf) and Olubadan Stadium are being prepared, with an official flag-off by Governor Makinde .
The commissioner urged players to wear the club’s jersey with pride, representing Oyo State’s football community with passion and purpose.
She thanked the media for amplifying women’s sports and called on fans to embrace Pacesetter Queens FC as a movement to shape the future of football.
Delivering their goodwill messages,
ex-international , Mutiu Adepoju, and Oyo State Football Association Chairman, Oba James Odeniran, called for a strong support for the team towards achieving its objectives.
In attendance were Director , Sport Administration, Mrs O J Agboola , Director, Administration and Supplies, Mrs. FO Idowu, Director, Director Finance and Accounts, Mrs .Taiwo Salami among others.
