JOIF Football Academy Ovwian

The Chairman of JOIF Football Academy Ovwian Engr Christopher Kevu all smiles with former Warri Wolves technical crew member Coach Akpobome

It wasn't an easy game yesterday with a loss but we promise to learn from it and bounce back to victory

MATCH DAY FIRST 11 LINEUP

It's Matchday Live

The official presentation of the new first team captain of JOIF FOOTBALL ACADEMY and it's no other player than the workaholic and energetic box to box midfielder Gabriel Oghenevwegba

We at JOIF FOOTBALL ACADEMY OVWIAN are still looking for young and upcoming footballers...Feel free to join up with us now as there's no registration cost at the moment so do well to grab this golden opportunity.

The official unveiling of JOIF FOOTBALL ACADEMY first team coach and it's no other person than former ex Nigerian international Michael Okoyoh who has played for different clubs in the NPFL...congratulations to you coach

It's happening on Friday morning...U all are specially invited to come and watch the boys

We have officially kickstarted the team program this week at ovwian Primary school pitch

EVERYONE WANTS TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL, BUT NOT EVERYONE WANTS TO PAY THE PRICE
The dream of becoming a professional footballer unites thousands of young players worldwide. Almost everyone who kicks a ball in the backyard imagines playing in great stadiums, scoring decisive goals, and achieving fame. But is everyone ready to pay the price for this dream?
HARD DAILY TRAINING – THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS
Talent is just the foundation on which a real career must be built. If you think that an occasional good match or a few impressive moves in training are enough, you are mistaken. The best players in the world reached their level through daily, exhausting work. It's hundreds of hours spent on the pitch, in the gym, and analyzing tactics. Training is not always exciting; often, it is monotonous and tiring. But it is in those moments when you feel like giving up yet push forward that a true professional is shaped.

DIET – SACRIFICES ON THE PLATE
A footballer's diet is not just about avoiding fast food and sweets. It's about daily attention to every meal, proper hydration, and the right balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. It is the awareness that food is fuel for the body, and poorly chosen products can affect recovery, speed, and endurance. Many young players underestimate this aspect, but at the highest level, details make the difference.
NO FREE TIME – FOOTBALL IS A LIFESTYLE
While your peers spend hours at parties, in front of screens, or doing whatever they feel like, you have training, recovery, tactical meetings, or a match. A young footballer’s life revolves around football, and if you want to be among the elite, you must accept that there will be no time for a "normal" life. Free time? Sure, but only after your football responsibilities are completed 100%.
JUDGMENT AND REJECTION – A REALITY YOU MUST ACCEPT
The football world is brutal. Every day, you are judged – by coaches, scouts, fans, and even teammates.