by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 18, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
Ghana Revenue Authority’s Royal Ladies, the reigning champions of the Africa Hockey Federation Club Championship, are gearing up to defend their title at the upcoming tournament in Port Said, Egypt, from January 17 to 29, 2025. As four-time winners and the only Ghanaian team to claim the prestigious African title, the Royal Ladies aim to maintain their dominance after also securing victories in the Greater Accra Hockey League and the Oguaa Fetu Afahye hockey competition.
The men’s team, who finished second in the local league and triumphed at the T. Tommy tournament in Kumasi, will also compete, aiming for glory after their runner-up finish in the 2018 edition in Abuja.
Coach Ebenezer Frimpong expressed confidence in the women’s team’s preparations, noting their focus on balancing training intensity to ensure peak performance. Both teams are undergoing rigorous training through December to hone their strategies for the tournament.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 17, 2024 | Boxing, Ghana, Other Sports
ACE Power Promotions (APP) has entered into a two-year partnership with Centre Point Mall in Accra to promote boxing and organize competitions aimed at developing grassroots talent. The agreement was formalized by APP’s General Manager, Isaac Amanwkwah, and Centre Point CEO, Bhagwan Asnani, who expressed a shared commitment to using boxing to empower youth and provide opportunities for young talent. Mr. Asnani, an avid boxing enthusiast, praised APP’s efforts to engage individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, promising to host future boxing events at Centre Point Mall.
APP plans to hold a minimum of three boxing events annually, starting with the ‘Street to Champions Fight Night’ on November 16. This event will showcase young, up-and-coming boxers, with winners receiving the opportunity to develop professionally and potentially compete for world titles.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 17, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has announced the postponement of the All Regional Games, initially scheduled for this year, to 2025. The event, launched in July 2024 to scout and nurture sporting talent across Ghana, had already begun trials to select athletes aged 18 to 23.
In a statement released on October 17, Gyan explained that the delay would allow organizers to create “a bigger and more impactful event.” He assured registered athletes that their data is secure, and they will be prioritized for the rescheduled event.
The All Regional Games, which aim to identify athletes for international competition, will feature nine sports disciplines, including football, athletics, basketball, and e-sports. Regional trials will continue for both existing and new participants.
Gyan, who stepped down from political activities earlier this year, remains committed to promoting youth sports development in Ghana.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 17, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
At just 12 years old, Jada Christiana Yankey made a remarkable impact at the 2024 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 juniors and seniors swimming championships. Competing as the youngest athlete, the UK-born swimmer led Ghana with 13 medals, winning in 13 of her 15 events. Jada, a student at Millfield School in the UK, secured gold in the 800m freestyle, three relay events, and multiple silver and bronze medals across various races. Alongside her sister Rihanna Yankey, who also contributed to Ghana’s success with several medals, Jada’s outstanding performance helped the host nation achieve a total of 56 medals.
“I’m thrilled to represent Ghana,” Jada said. “It’s about winning for my country, and I will continue to compete and improve.”
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 17, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku believes that playing alongside fellow countryman Jordan Ayew at Leicester City will significantly aid his progress at the club. Ayew, who joined the Foxes in the summer from Crystal Palace, brings valuable Premier League experience that Issahaku feels will help him settle and thrive.
Ayew has been a key figure since Leicester’s promotion to the Premier League, playing eight matches, while Issahaku, mostly appearing as a substitute, has featured in nine games.
“It’s a great advantage having someone like Jordan in the team,” Issahaku said in a Showmax interview. “He’s experienced and can guide me to achieve my goals.”
