Cameroon Legend ESSA Pius Tabi Kicks Off the Future.

ESSA Pius Tabi, the stalwart former defender for Cameroon’s national team, has thrown his support behind the inaugural edition of the Project One Shoes football Tournament in Limbe, Cameroon.

A Defender’s Donation with a Special Focus

Recognizing the often-unsung heroes of the pitch—the defenders—Pius Tabi has made a donation aimed at nurturing the next generation of resilient backlines.

The former professional star cum business mogul has endowed special cash prizes designed exclusively for the Best Defenders across the tournament’s three age categories: Under 11, Under 13, and Under 15.

• 🏆 U-15 Best Defender: Will receive a grand prize of 25,000 FCFA.
• 🥇 U-13 Best Defender: Will receive 20,000 FCFA.
  🥈 U-11 Best Defender: Will receive 20,000 FCFA.

“A champion team is built from the back. These young players need to know that discipline, positioning, and sacrifice are just as celebrated as scoring a goal,” Tabi said, highlighting his personal commitment to defensive excellence.

More Than a Tournament: A Mission to Equip the Future

The Project One Shoes is a vital grassroots initiative focused on providing necessary equipment and exposure to underprivileged youth in the region. Pius Tabi’s involvement elevates the tournament’s profile, offering young participants a direct link to the legacy of Cameroonian football excellence.

A Legacy of Giving Back

ESSA Pius Tabi’s generosity comes as no surprise to those following his career post-playing days. The respected figure is the founder and promoter of the highly-regarded Continental Football Academy (CFA) of Buea, a institution dedicated to combining quality football training with educational development.

He has built a reputation as a champion of football projects, consistently investing his time, resources, and credibility into the foundations of the beautiful game in Cameroon. His sponsorship of Project One Shoes underscores his unwavering belief that the talent pool for the next generation of Indomitable Lions is found right here, on the local pitches of Limbe.