by Kelly Eric Ehor | Dec 23, 2024 | Ghana, Other Sports
The Ghana Karate Association participated in the recently concluded African Karate Championship, Zone 2 West Region Tournament, held at the Treichville Palais des Sports in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
According to renowned karateka Edmund Amoako Asante, Ghana earned an impressive total of five medals: one silver and four bronzes. The medalists included Edmund Amoako Asante, Gideon Ashiley, Edward Amartey, Abdul Jelil Larbie, and Gabriel Commodore.
He commended the tournament, highlighting its importance in helping athletes maintain competitive
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Dec 23, 2024 | Boxing, Ghana
Box Office Promotions CEO, Alex Ntiamoah Boakye, has expressed confidence in Joseph Commey’s chances of winning the 2024 Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Boxer of the Year Award.
Commey, nicknamed “Jaguar,” has gained a slight edge over fellow contender and Black Bombers teammate Amadu Mohammed. He secured the UBO African Lightweight belt in his professional debut and also won an IBA-organized bout in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, following his gold medal victory at the 13th African Games.
Despite narrowly missing the top spot two seasons ago, Commey has impressed with his stellar performances, including a standout fight against Richmond Ashelley on November 24, which has been hailed as one of the year’s best bouts.
Commey previously represented Ghana at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, where he earned a silver medal after illness prevented him from competing in the final.
The SWAG awards, set for January 24, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre, will determine the winner through a vote by sports journalists.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Dec 19, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Europe, Ghana
Ghanaian sprinter Benjamin Azamati is set to organize the third edition of the Ghana Junior Olympics, an event dedicated to identifying and nurturing young athletic talent.
The competition will take place on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the University of Ghana Stadium. Speaking in an interview with TV3, Azamati shared that his inspiration for creating the event came from his personal struggles as a young athlete.
“I got this idea when I went to the US and saw how kids are introduced to athletics at an early age. By the time they are 18, many are already in the spotlight. We thought it would be wise to replicate that here in Ghana, and that’s how the Ghana Junior Olympics was born,” he explained.
Azamati emphasized the need to create better opportunities for Ghanaian youth, ensuring they avoid the challenges he faced in his career.
Currently, the event is being funded by Azamati himself, with support from his coach, fellow athletes in the US, and a few other individuals. He appealed to corporate organizations in Ghana to help sustain the initiative.
“For now, everything is from me, my coach, and some individuals. Athletes in the US are also contributing. This year, we expect about 2,000 participants, with a special focus on kids, including toddlers who will have the chance to race,” he added.
Benjamin Azamati first gained global recognition at the 2019 African Games in Rabat, Morocco, where he won gold in the 100 meters with an impressive time of 9.97 seconds.
He also competed in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, qualifying through the official world rankings and finishing 39th globally in the 100 meters. Azamati represented Ghana in both the individual 100m event and the 4x100m relay, marking his second consecutive Olympic appearance.
Through the Ghana Junior Olympics, Azamati aims to inspire young athletes in Ghana and across Africa to pursue their dreams and reach their full potential.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Dec 19, 2024 | Athletics, Ghana
Promising Ghanaian sprinter, Naseera Efua Quansah, a standout from Sammo and Mfantsiman SHS in the Central Region, has secured a scholarship with the University of Kentucky in the USA.
Quansah rose to prominence after clinching the female division title at the 2024 GNPC Ghana Fastest Cape Coast Meet, where she competed against seasoned local stars such as Mary Boakye (Ghana Armed Forces) and Zeinab Awuni (Sagnation Club, Ashanti Region).
Her achievements include winning gold in the 100m and 200m events at the 5 Nations Competition in 2024, as well as contributing to Ghana’s victory in the West African Senior 4x100m relay. These accomplishments cement her reputation as a world-class athlete.
A fan of Olympians Sha’Carri Richardson and Julien Alfred, Quansah has also been recognized for her contributions to sports, receiving an award at the 2024 Women in Sports Association (WISA) Awards held at the Accra Sports Stadium.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Dec 19, 2024 | Boxing, Ghana
Gabriel Allotey, popularly known as Coach Zico of the Sea View Boxing Gym, has expressed confidence in his boxer, Mustapha “Bukom 69 Machine” Kamoko, to return stronger after his recent loss in the UAE.
Kamoko, the third son of Briama Kamoko, alias Bukom Banku, faced a tough opponent in Jordan’s Mohammad Issa during the WBC Youth Middleweight Championship on December 7 at The Academy City in Dubai. Despite the defeat, Coach Allotey believes Kamoko’s performance showcased his potential and could open doors for future opportunities in the UAE.
“We didn’t get enough time to acclimatize to the weather, and my boxer got sick before the fight. But we gave a solid performance, and though we lost, it’s part of the game—win, lose, or draw. We’ve learned valuable lessons in boxing and life, making it a worthwhile experience,” Allotey shared.
The 20-year-old Kamoko now holds a record of nine bouts with eight wins and one loss.
Coach Allotey also highlighted the talent within his gym, mentioning promising boxers like Amadu Mohammed and Mohammed Aryeetey. Amadu Mohammed, based in Mamprobi, Accra, expressed his aspirations to become one of the greatest boxers globally and a shining star from Ghana and Africa.
