30/03/2025
The inaugural South West Games 2025 (SWG 2025) marked a significant milestone in regional sports, bringing together athletes from Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo states for a celebration of talent and unity. Among the standout performers was the Oyo State archery team, whose exceptional achievements underscored their dedication and prowess in the sport. 
Oyo State Archery Team’s Medal Haul:
15m Events:
• Male Team 15m: Silver Medal
• Male Individual 15m: Gold and Bronze Medals
• 15m Mixed Doubles: Bronze Medal
20m Events:
• Male 20m Team: Gold Medal
• Female 20m Team: Gold Medal
• 20m Mixed Team: Gold Medal
These accomplishments not only highlight the team’s skill but also reflect the effectiveness of Oyo State’s investment in sports development.
About the South West Games 2025:
Held from March 25 to 29 in Lagos, SWG 2025 featured seven sports: football, basketball, table tennis, boxing, athletics, volleyball, and archery. The event also introduced the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Southwest Alliance Games (BATSWAG), a sub-tournament aimed at discovering and nurturing the region’s most talented under-18 athletes. 
The games were hosted at prominent venues, with archery competitions taking place at the Teslim Balogun Stadium. This strategic choice of location provided athletes with a platform to showcase their abilities in a world-class setting. 
Looking Ahead:
The success of the Oyo State archery team at SWG 2025 serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes and underscores the importance of continuous support for sports initiatives. As the region looks forward to future editions of the South West Games, the achievements of teams like Oyo’s archers set a benchmark for excellence and a testament to the potential within the South West’s sporting community.
The collective efforts of organizers, stakeholders, and athletes have laid a solid foundation for what promises to be a transformative journey in regional sports development.
Idris Animasaun
PRO Oyo Archery Association
