Published: February 25, 2026
Paynesville — The Liberia Basketball Association crowned LPRC Oilers champions of the 2025 National League season during a colorful closing ceremony at the SKD Gymnasium on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.
The Oilers won the Men’s First Division title, while Commissioners captured the Women’s Division championship. Bushrod Dreams claimed the Second Division title, and Spark Giants secured the Third Division crown.
The ceremony drew veteran players, coaches, administrators, and supporters from across the basketball community.
Fedolph Marshall of the LPRC Oilers was named the First Division Most Valuable Player, as several individual awards were presented across all divisions.
In the First Division, Mohammed Keita of Mighty Barrolle won the highest assist and highest scorer honors. Jeror Tarwo of NPA Pythons earned the highest block. Marshall also secured the highest rebounder and highest steal, while John Davids of Mighty Barrolle was recognized as the highest pointer. Varfley Corney of LPRC Oilers was named best coach, and James Jappah of LPRC Oilers earned president of the year honors. NPA Pythons finished runner-up.
In the Women’s Division, Korpo Sumo of Commissioners was named Most Valuable Player and highest scorer. Meagan Yanford of D-Rockas won highest assist, Sarah Kromah of Highlander Female earned highest block, Brialliant Quayee of Commissioners claimed highest rebounder, Fanta Jalloh of Commissioners took highest steal, and Ginny Johnson of D-Rockas secured highest scorer. Moses Simpson of Commissioners was named best coach, while George Wilson received president of the year honors. D-Rockas finished runner-up.
In the Second Division, Ayouba Swaray of Bushrod Dreams won the highest assist, highest scorer, and Most Valuable Player awards. George Selle of Kakata Rockets, Augustine Lomax of Knight Reapers, who earned the highest block and highest rebounder, and Terry Anderson of Bushrod Dreams were also recognized. Momolu Dukuly of Bushrod Dreams was named President of the Year. Knight Reapers finished runner-up.
Third Division awardees included Henry Philip of Spark Giants, who won the highest assist and Most Valuable Player awards. Kamara Kosso of Highlander Male claimed the highest block and highest scorer awards. David Evans of D-14 Warriors won the highest rebounder award, and Jonathan Tuazama of Spark Giants earned the highest steal award. Gaye Tuazama was named Coach of the Year, Aaron Neymah was named Club President of the Year, and Highway Prince finished runner-up.
Womi Tarpeh was named fan of the year, while DOC Africa received corporate sponsor of the year honors.
LBA President Abraham B. Samukai praised stakeholders, referees, the executive committee, the Liberia National Olympic Committee and the Ministry of Youth and Sports for their support.
“This season has been a remarkable journey marked by progress, resilience and historic milestones,” Samukai said.
He said the association successfully organized competitions across four divisions and highlighted Liberia’s hosting of the 2025 FIBA U-16 Zone 3 Qualifiers for boys and girls.
“Our U-16 male team achieved a historic milestone by ranking ninth in Africa, a significant leap that signals the rising potential of our young athletes,” he said.
Samukai also pointed to governance reforms, including the adoption of a new constitution and the approval of a budget to guide operations. He noted that 30 coaches were certified as FIBA Level One coaches and that one referee earned certification as a local FIBA trainer.
Despite the achievements, Samukai acknowledged financial challenges.
“Financial constraints have significantly limited our ability to execute programs at full capacity,” he said, adding that the association remains indebted to vendors following the hosting of international tournaments.
Deputy Minister for Sports G. Andy Quamie, speaking at the ceremony, urged the LBA to reconsider the suspension of NPA Pythons for failing to honor their final game in the best-of-five championship series against LPRC Oilers.
“Basketball is about discipline and respect for the rules, but it is also about inclusion and second chances,” Quamie said. “I am appealing to the leadership of the LBA to look into the matter concerning the NPA Pythons and consider reinstating the team in the interest of fairness and the growth of the game.”
He assured the association of the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ continued support in promoting discipline, dialogue and development within Liberian basketball.
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