UACN promotes sailing

The Lagos Yacht Club is expected to come alive on Saturday as it hosts the 2011 edition of the UAC Trophy Race.The sailing championship sponsored by UAC of Nigeria Plc, a leading conglomerate in the country, has aroused interest in the sport as a recreational exercise.According to Larry Ettah, Group Managing Director, UAC of Nigeria Plc, the sponsorship of the competition is informed by the companys resolve to spur the interest of Nigerians in sailing as a major sporting activity in the country.He said, Sailing is one sport that can aid better quality of life and as responsible corporate citizens, we have decided to always promote activities that add values to life.He said that the sponsorship of the competition would keep alive the existing relationship between UACN and the Lagos Yacht Club. He hoped that Nigeria would soon win medals at major international competitions as a result of the enthusiasm for the sport.Winners and runners-up in the Hobie, Lightning and Mixed Monohull categories will be awarded trophies as well as attractive prizes.Ettah assured that the competition would continue to enjoy UACNs backing as a result of its commitment to the development of the game in the country. He encouraged Nigerians to embrace sailing.
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