GRASFOQ LEAGUE 2026: STM Doves Finish Second, Sweep Three Major Individual Awards
The curtains have officially come down on the maiden edition of the Grassroots Football Queens League (GRASFOQ), with STM Doves finishing as first runners-up after an impressive campaign that saw them narrowly miss out on the championship by just one point.
Despite falling short of the ultimate prize, STM Doves distinguished themselves as one of the outstanding teams of the inaugural competition, displaying determination, resilience, tactical discipline and remarkable quality throughout the season.
Finishing just a point behind the champions is a testament to the team’s competitive strength, consistency and commitment to excellence in grassroots women’s football.
Following the successful conclusion of the competition, STM Doves have expressed appreciation to the sponsors of the league and commended the Local Organising Committee for delivering a memorable maiden edition.
The club’s Chief Executive Officer, Bagbe Michael, also extended appreciation to the technical crew, players, parents, stakeholders and supporters for their unwavering commitment and support throughout the campaign.
Bagbe particularly celebrated the players and coaches for making the club proud by emerging winners in three major individual award categories at the competition.
STM Doves Shine in Three Major Award Categories
The club’s impressive performances were further rewarded with individual recognition, as members of the team and technical crew dominated three prestigious categories.
1. HIGHEST GOAL SCORER – OBOKO EMMANUELLA
Oboko Emmanuella emerged as the highest goalscorer of the maiden GRASFOQ League, earning the prestigious award in recognition of her impressive attacking performances, goalscoring instincts and significant contribution to STM Doves’ outstanding campaign.
Her ability to consistently find the back of the net made her one of the standout performers of the competition.
2. BEST GOALKEEPER – YAKUBU IKIMOT
Yakubu Ikimot was crowned Best Goalkeeper of the GRASFOQ League following a series of impressive performances between the posts.
Her composure, consistency, confidence and shot-stopping abilities played an important role in STM Doves’ successful campaign, earning her recognition as the competition’s outstanding goalkeeper.
3. BEST COACH – FASHOLA AISHA
Adding to the club’s remarkable achievement, Coach Fashola Aisha emerged as the Best Coach of the maiden GRASFOQ League.
The young tactician received the recognition for her technical knowledge, leadership qualities, tactical organisation and dedication to guiding her players throughout the competition.
Her achievement further highlights her growing potential in women’s football coaching, with STM Doves describing her as a promising talent whose coaching career is heading in the right direction.
Bagbe Michael Celebrates Team Spirit and Collective Achievement
Reacting to the club’s impressive outing, CEO Bagbe Michael expressed satisfaction with the team’s performances and the recognition received by its players and technical crew.
He reiterated his appreciation to everyone who contributed to the club’s participation and success, particularly the coaches, players, parents, sponsors, stakeholders and supporters who stood firmly behind STM Doves throughout the season.
Although the team narrowly missed the league title, the three major individual awards represent a significant achievement and provide further motivation for the club to pursue greater success in future competitions.
The maiden GRASFOQ League has provided an important platform for discovering and promoting emerging female football talents, while STM Doves’ impressive campaign has further demonstrated the quality and potential within grassroots women’s football.
For STM Doves, finishing just one point away from the championship while claiming three major individual honours represents a memorable maiden campaign and a strong foundation for future achievements.
STM DOVES: ONE POINT SHORT OF GLORY, THREE MAJOR AWARDS TO CELEBRATE!
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
