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Usman was 15 when he lost the biggest match of his young life.
In the heat of the moment, he reacted badly — words said, emotions spilled.
Moments later, he regretted when he understood the gravity of his actions.
What changed Usman wasn’t punishment or public shaming. It was mentorship. Someone pulled him aside and showed him what losing with dignity looked like, and why sportsmanship matters even more when emotions run high.

I thought about Usman while watching the African Cup of Nations final (AFCON).

The match was intense. The stakes were enormous. And yes — the behaviour on the pitch from both sides crossed lines that should never be normalised in football. Players are role models whether they choose to be or not, and conduct matters, especially on a stage as powerful as AFCON.

That said, context matters too.

This was not casual football. It was national pride, history, pressure, expectation, and exhaustion colliding in ninety-plus minutes. Decisions were made in the heat of the moment — driven by passion, not malice. Acknowledging that doesn’t excuse poor behaviour, but it does humanise the players involved.

While football doesn’t need less emotion, it does need better outlets for expression.

One of the problems in modern sport is that frustration, disappointment, and anger have nowhere healthy to go. They spill out on the pitch, on social media, and in moments players later wish they could take back.

There should be a space where players, fans, coaches, and stakeholders can vent in real time, reflect together, and learn — not tear each other down, but process the game honestly. Just as importantly, it should be a place for mentorship: where younger athletes can see what acceptable behaviour looks like, how professionals handle loss, and how passion can coexist with respect.

This is where I believe platforms like TWO XP matter.

AFCON reminded us why football is powerful. It also reminded us why guidance, community, and leadership are essential. If we want better behaviour in sport, we must build better systems around athletes — not just judge them when they fall short.

I’d love to hear your thoughts: How do we protect the passion of the game while raising the standard of conduct?

Okechukwu Onianwa
Founder, TWO XP

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Anthony is 17.

He’s just been offered an international sports scholarship to play American football. His family is proud. His coaches are excited. His future suddenly feels wide open. Yet beneath the celebration sits a quiet truth: Anthony doesn’t fully understand what he’s stepping into — the physical demands, the injury risks, the long-term consequences, or the responsibilities that come with playing one of the most physically intense sports in the world.

This is where the conversation about American football must begin — not with fear, and not with hype — but with honesty. American football offers life-changing pathways — education, structure, global exposure, and community. For many young athletes, especially those from underserved backgrounds, it can open doors that otherwise remain closed.

But we can’t talk about opportunity without talking about responsibility.
The risks associated with American football are real. Injuries happen. Long-term health concerns exist. Pretending otherwise doesn’t protect athletes — it leaves them unprepared.
The goal shouldn’t be to discourage participation. It should be to educate early, support consistently, and empower athletes to make informed decisions about their bodies and futures.
This is where grassroots development needs to evolve.

Young athletes shouldn’t rely solely on one voice, one coach, or one institution to guide them. They need access to broader perspectives — performance experts, former players, medical professionals, and peers who’ve walked similar paths.

At TWO XP, I believe platforms can play a role in bridging this gap. Not by replacing traditional coaching, but by complementing it — giving athletes access to knowledge, community, and mentorship beyond their immediate environment.

If we’re serious about growing sports like American football responsibly, we must stop asking young athletes to be brave in the dark. We owe them clarity, support, and community.
Opportunity should never come without understanding.

As a founder in sport, I believe grassroots development must be built on education, community, and transparency — not silence.

I’d love to hear thoughts from parents, athletes, coaches, and former players: 👉 How do we grow the game responsibly?

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Could Remote Coaching One Day Replace Traditional Coaching? A Founder’s Reflection

Chioma is fast.
She wins school races comfortably. Teachers mention her name whenever athletics comes up. People say, “If only she had the right coach…”

That’s the problem.
Chioma doesn’t live near a recognised training centre. There’s no sprint specialist nearby. No academy within reach. Her training consists of borrowed advice, online clips, and instinct. She’s doing her best, but she’s largely on her own.
She isn’t lacking talent. She’s lacking access.
And Chioma is not alone.

As the founder of TWO XP, stories like this — real and imagined — sit at the back of my mind whenever I think about the future of sport. They lead me to a question that feels increasingly relevant:
Could remote coaching eventually take over from traditional, in-person coaching?
It’s a compelling idea. But it deserves an honest exploration.

Remote coaching exists because it solves a real problem.
Many athletes, especially at grassroots level, are limited not by effort or ability, but by geography. They don’t live near elite coaches. They aren’t part of well-funded systems. Some don’t even know what good coaching should look like. Remote coaching challenges that by:
- Connecting athletes to expertise beyond location
- Providing consistent feedback through video and communication tools
- Supporting development earlier rather than later
- Widening the talent pool that gets meaningful guidance

For athletes like Chioma, remote coaching isn’t a convenience — it’s a doorway. It doesn’t replace hard work. It replaces isolation.

That said, sport is not purely technical. It’s deeply human. There are elements of coaching that are difficult to replicate remotely:
-Hands-on physical correction
-Real-time emotional feedback
-Presence during pressure-filled moments
-The shared energy of training environments
A coach on the ground can read body language, adjust instantly, and respond intuitively. For many athletes, particularly as they progress, that physical presence remains invaluable. Pretending otherwise would ignore the lived reality of coaching.

The real danger is presenting this as an either-or scenario. That framing misses the point.
The future of athlete development is far more likely to be hybrid. Remote coaching extends reach, continuity, and access. Traditional coaching anchors trust, environment, and physical presence.
When the two work together, athletes benefit most.

Instead of asking whether remote coaching will replace traditional coaching, perhaps we should be asking:
How can remote coaching strengthen traditional coaching — and make it more accessible?
How can it:
-Support athletes between in-person sessions
-Maintain guidance through transitions and disruptions
-Reduce reliance on chance discovery
-Ensure talent like Chioma’s isn’t lost simply because of location
These are the questions worth exploring.

At TWO XP, we don’t see remote coaching as a replacement. We see it as an extension of care.
Our aim is to build a platform where:
-Remote coaching feels seamless rather than fragmented
-Athletes remain connected to guidance wherever they train
-Learning, feedback, and progress live in one place
-Coaches can mentor beyond geography without losing quality

TWO XP is a platform that respects the craft of traditional coaching while acknowledging the realities of access in modern sport.

I don’t believe traditional coaching is disappearing. And I don’t believe remote coaching should stand alone. But I do believe the athletes of the future will expect support to move with them — not stay fixed in one location. If remote coaching is going to play a larger role, it needs to be done thoughtfully, ethically, and with athletes at the centre. That’s the possibility I’m considering.
And it’s the direction I hope TWO XP can help lead — not by replacing what already works, but by making guidance reach further than it ever has before.

Okechukwu Onianwa
Founder, TWO XP

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How Many Taekwondo Athletes Quietly Walk Away — Not Because They Want To, But Because They Have To?

I trained in Taekwondo until I reached blue belt.

I didn’t stop because I lost passion for the art.

I didn’t stop because I stopped believing in myself.

I stopped because time became scarce, costs added up, and support ran thin.

And like many Taekwondo athletes, I didn’t make a big announcement — I simply faded out.

If you practise Taekwondo, this story probably sounds familiar.

The sport demands:

• Commitment

• Consistency

• Discipline

But it also demands financial resources, flexible schedules, and emotional support — things not every athlete can sustain long term. When life starts pulling in different directions, many athletes aren’t failing the sport. They’re being outpaced by circumstances.

What makes it harder is that, outside the dojang, support often disappears.

What I Lacked Wasn’t Motivation — It Was Community

Looking back, what I needed most wasn’t more drive or tougher training.

It was:

• People who understood the struggle

• Others walking the same Taekwondo path

• Encouragement when momentum slowed

• A reminder that stepping back didn’t mean stepping out

Without that wider community, leaving felt inevitable — not because I wanted to, but because I didn’t see another way.

This experience stayed with me and it’s one of the reasons I built TWO XP.

Across Taekwondo, too many athletes quietly drop out — not because they lack discipline or love for the art, but because they feel alone when challenges arise.

And when they leave, Taekwondo doesn’t just lose athletes — it loses:

• Future coaches

• Mentors

• Referees

• Ambassadors

• Leaders within the community

TWO XP exists to help athletes stay connected, even when life interrupts training.

For Taekwondo practitioners, that means:

• Connecting with others who practise the same art

• Sharing progress, setbacks, and milestones

• Staying visible during breaks, injuries, or transitions

• Finding encouragement from people who truly understand the journey

• Discovering new ways to stay involved in Taekwondo beyond competition

It’s not a replacement for the dojang. It’s an extension of the support system.

Because sometimes what keeps an athlete going isn’t another session — it’s community.

A Final Thought for the Taekwondo Community

If you’ve ever stepped back from Taekwondo due to time, money, or life pressures — you didn’t fail the sport.

And if you’re still training but feeling stretched, you shouldn’t have to navigate that alone. TWO XP is here to help Taekwondo athletes stay connected, supported, and visible — wherever they are in their journey. Belonging shouldn’t end when training becomes difficult.

Okechukwu Onianwa

Founder, TWO XP

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Why UNRIVALED BASKETBALL LEAGUE Matters — And Why Women’s Sport Needs More Moves Like This

The arrival of Unrivaled Basketball in 2025 sent noticeable shockwaves through women’s basketball. Not because it threatened the WNBA, but because it did something bold, overdue, and deeply necessary: it reimagined opportunity.

Unrivaled wasn’t created to replace existing structures. It was created to fill a gap — and in doing so, it highlighted something many athletes have quietly known for years: elite talent deserves year-round opportunity, visibility, and earning power.

WNBA players have faced a difficult offseason reality. Many have had to travel overseas to maintain income, remain competitive, and extend their careers — often at the cost of rest, recovery, and personal stability. Unrivaled changes that conversation. By providing a domestic, high-quality playing and earning opportunity, it offers players something invaluable: choice. The choice to stay closer to home. The choice to compete in an environment designed around their needs. The choice to build financial and professional security without constant displacement. That alone is progress worth applauding.

What makes Unrivaled especially compelling is that it doesn’t rely on comparison or controversy to justify its existence. Instead, it focuses on innovation. A quicker-paced format. Smaller rosters. More touches. More intensity. More moments for individual brilliance. This is Innovation Without Disrespect. It isn’t about claiming one version of basketball is “better” than another. It’s about recognising that fans’ consumption habits are changing — and meeting them where they are without compromising the quality of the sport.

Women’s basketball has always been rich in skill and intelligence. Unrivaled simply presents it in a way that feels modern, accessible, and engaging for today’s audience.

Unrivaled represents something larger than basketball. It presents the undeniable truth that no one league represents the sport. It signals a shift in how women’s sport is being built:
- From scarcity to abundance
- From seasonal dependence to year-round relevance
- From waiting for permission to creating alternatives

This is not a threat to existing leagues — it’s a strengthening of the ecosystem. Multiple platforms create leverage. Leverage creates better conditions. Better conditions lead to healthier, more sustainable careers. That’s good for athletes. That’s good for fans. And ultimately, that’s good for sport.

What stands out most about Unrivaled is its athlete-centric philosophy. Athlete-First Thinking Is the Future. Unrivaled acknowledges that players are not just performers — they are professionals with careers, bodies, ambitions, and lives beyond the court. When athletes are given ownership, voice, and opportunity, the entire sport benefits. Innovation becomes collaborative rather than extractive. Growth becomes sustainable rather than rushed. This is the kind of thinking that women’s sport — and sport more broadly — needs more of.

At TWO XP, we believe progress in sport comes from expanding opportunity, not defending tradition at all costs. We believe athletes thrive when they are given options, visibility, and environments that respect both their talent and their humanity. Unrivaled Basketball represents that mindset in action. It’s not perfect. No new venture is. But it is brave, timely, and rooted in a genuine understanding of what athletes need — and what fans are ready for.

If the shockwaves caused by Unrivaled tell us anything, it’s this: women’s basketball is no longer asking for space — it’s creating it. And that’s something worth supporting. Because when athletes are empowered to shape their own futures, the entire sporting landscape moves forward.

Okechukwu Onianwa
Founder of TWOXP

#unrivaledbasketball #basketball #TWOXP #twoxpsport #sport

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