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A semantic knowledge framework for squash in Nigeria: Design, implementation, and evaluation of a domain ontology

Despite squash’s growing popularity in Nigeria and its recent recognition on the global stage, structured knowledge representation within the sport remains largely absent, particularly in the Nigerian context. This paper presents the design and implementation of a domain-specific ontology for squash in Nigeria, developed using Web Ontology Language (OWL) and implemented in Protégé. The ontology formalizes core entities and relationships associated with squash, such as players, competitions, training routines, equipment, and rules, while incorporating regional nuances in terminology and player …