In just 100 days at the helm, the leadership of Hon. Taiwo Lekan Salami has begun to quietly—but decisively—reshape the future of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), signalling what many stakeholders describe as a new era of purpose, planning, and professionalism for the Oluyole Warriors.
Unlike past approaches driven by short-term excitement and quick fixes, Salami’s first 100 days have focused on laying a strong foundation for long-term stability.
His administration has zeroed in on four key pillars:
Infrastructure
Player welfare
Revenue growth, and Community engagement
—all critical components in modern football management.
Infrastructure: Building for Tomorrow
One of the standout priorities of Salami’s early reforms has been the improvement of club infrastructure.
From training environments to operational efficiency, there is a renewed push to create a professional structure befitting a historic club like Shooting Stars. Insiders say the goal is simple: give the team the tools to succeed, not just instructions to win.
Welfare First: Players at the Centre of the Project
Morale within the squad is said to have improved in the last 100 days, thanks to what club sources describe as a more conscious approach to welfare.
Salami’s leadership has emphasized consistency in the treatment of players and staff—ensuring that motivation, discipline, and unity are not just preached, but supported.
Revenue and Sustainability: Ending the Era of Dependency
To move 3SC away from the culture of financial overreliance, the administration has intensified efforts to expand revenue streams. Early discussions, partnerships, and commercial ideas reportedly being pursued are geared toward making 3SC a club that can fund its ambitions and invest in its future.
Fans and Community: Rekindling the Bond
Perhaps most noticeable to supporters is the renewed openness and engagement with the fanbase. From improved communication to activities that bring supporters closer to the club, Salami has projected a leadership that sees fans not as spectators, but as shareholders in the club’s identity.
A Rebuild, Not a Rush
Observers note that Salami has not attempted to make loud promises or dramatic gestures. Instead, his messaging and style reflect patience, structure, and clarity—an understanding that rebuilding a football institution requires time, not theatrics.
“It’s not a sprint,” a source close to the club remarked. “It’s a rebuild with purpose.”
As the next phase of the journey begins, supporters remain hopeful that the steady hands and clear vision on display so far will translate into stronger performances on and off the pitch.
For now, the message across Ibadan is one of optimism:
Cheers to more, TLS. Up Shooting!
