Nigeria, March 16 -- The Adekalu Bulls' Baseball and Softball teams are on the brink of making history having secured prestigious spots in the Little League International tournaments in the Czech Republic and the Netherlands.

The tournaments, set for June and July, serve as qualifiers for the globally renowned Little League World Series in the United States - the biggest youth sports programme in the world.

The excitement was palpable at the Oshodi Comprehensive High School Field on Saturday, as young athletes trained vigorously under the guidance of international and local coaches, preparing for their upcoming European challenge.

However, despite their talent and determination, financial constraints threaten to prevent their journey....