Just two months following their triumphant gold medal victory at the 2023 Africa Games hosted in Ghana, a team of Technical Handlers, led by gold medal-winning Coach Desmond Offei, has embarked on an extensive search for the upcoming cohort of football talent. These emerging stars are tasked with upholding the esteemed legacy of their predecessors who have consistently brought honor to Ghana over the past three years.

Commencing on May 1st, 2024, and extending until June 16th, this initial phase of talent scouting aims to identify promising footballers who will carry forward the mantle of success for Ghana’s national Under-20 team, the Black Satellites.

While celebrating the achievements of the current Black Satellites, the Ghana Football Association is committed to maintaining high-performance standards across national teams. To this end, Coaches Desmond Ofei, Nii Odartey Lamptey, Salifu Fatawu, and Isaac Amoako have been commissioned to scout for new talent to bolster the current U20 squad. This initiative is crucial as several players are poised for promotion to the Black Meteors (National U23), necessitating a replenishment of talent and squad depth.

Scouting activities will encompass matches in both the Division One and Premier Leagues, spanning across the nation. Additionally, three Mini-Tournaments featuring selected players will be held in designated zones: Northern, Middle, and Southern.

By the conclusion of this scouting phase, a cohort of promising talents will undergo further evaluation, laying the groundwork for Ghana’s next generation of Black Satellites. Through this meticulous approach, centered on aligning talents with Ghana’s football philosophy, the foundation for sustained success is being diligently established.