by Kelly Eric Ehor | Jan 21, 2025 | Boxing, Ghana
Joseph Commey, also known as Jaguar, was the standout winner at the 3rd Boxing Ghana Awards, held at the Idrowhyt Events Centre. The UBO Africa Lightweight Champion and African Games Gold Medalist received multiple accolades, including Boxing Personality of the Year 2024, Best Elite Amateur Boxer, and Most Promising Boxer.
The event celebrated individuals and organizations contributing to the growth of Ghanaian boxing. President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah, commended the initiative and urged continued support to inspire boxers. The Special Guest of Honour, Nii Dr. Adotey Dzata 1, encouraged boxers to train harder, while Hon. Alfred Kotey Ashie, MP for Odododiodoo, congratulated the winners and emphasized the importance of aiming for world titles.
Full List of Awardees:
1. Boxing Personality of the Year – Joseph Commey aka Jaguar
2. Elite Amateur Boxer of the Year – Joseph Commey aka Jaguar
3. Fight of the Year – Joseph Commey vs. Richmond Ashelley (Box Office Promotions)
4. Juvenile Amateur Boxer of the Year – Mathias Ashitey
5. Best Junior/Juvenile Boxer – Prince ‘The Buzz’ Larbie
6. Professional Boxer of the Year – Stanley Nyantekyi aka Ashanti Warrior
7. Best Female Boxer – Abigail Quartey
8. Best Juvenile Female Boxer – Blessing Larteley Lartey
9. Best Dressed Boxer – Theophilus Allotey
10. Boxing for Good – Theophilus Allotey
11. Best Boxing Gym – Bronx Boxing Club
12. Coach of the Year – Lawrence Carl Lokko
13. Best Ring Card Girl – Jacqueline Onasis Manteaw
14. Best Ring Announcer – Sam Nana Gold Amoah
15. Best Boxing Writer – Sammy Heywood Okine
16. Boxing Media Personality – Mohammed Agyeman Jr. (IboxTV 360)
17. Photographer of the Year – Mohammed Agyeman Jr.
18. Legacy Lifetime Achievers – David Kotey Poison, Lawyer Peter Zwennes, Alex Ntiamoah Boakye, Dr. Ofori Asare
19. Best Boxing Fan – Alhaji Dauda Fuseni, Sammy Anim Addo, Gordon Frimpong aka Osibor
20. Manager of the Year – Gordon Frimpong
21. Best Boxing Television Station – Max TV
22. Best Amateur Referee – Bernard Tetteh Nartey
23. Professional Boxing Referee of the Year – Nathaniel Neequaye Kotey
24. Best Matchmaker – Yussif Mubarak Nanor
25. Best Promotions of the Year – Box Office Promotions
26. Best Region – Greater Accra
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Jan 19, 2025 | Athletics, Ghana
Ghanaian sprinter and national 100m record holder, Benjamin Azamati, has donated GH¢10,000 to traders affected by the devastating Kantamanto Market fire. The January 1st blaze destroyed over 60% of the market, displacing numerous traders and resulting in millions of cedis in losses.
In a heartfelt statement, Azamati emphasized the importance of giving back to the community, expressing solidarity with the victims and pledging his commitment to supporting recovery efforts. His donation aims to help traders rebuild their businesses and restore their livelihoods.
The Kantamanto Market, a vital hub for Ghana’s secondhand clothing trade and sustainable fashion, continues to receive support from individuals and organizations working toward recovery.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Jan 19, 2025 | Athletics, Ghana
Ghana’s 100m national record holder and double Olympian, Benjamin Azamati, has called on Ghanaians to sustain and expand the Junior Olympics initiative following the successful conclusion of the third edition at the University of Ghana Stadium. The event provided a platform for young athletes, from Under-4 to Under-17, to showcase their talents.
Azamati emphasized the importance of introducing children to sports at an early age, drawing parallels with countries like the United States, where young athletes compete at a professional level due to early exposure. He believes the Junior Olympics is a critical step toward bridging the gap between Ghana and the global stage in athletics.
“This is absolutely the right path. In the U.S., kids are introduced to sports very young, and that’s why their talents excel on the world stage at 17 or 18. If Ghana’s current athletes had similar opportunities, we’d be at an entirely different level. There’s a future in this initiative,” Azamati stated.
He also advocated for a decentralized approach, urging organizers to extend the program to all regions to ensure inclusivity and nationwide talent development.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Jan 19, 2025 | Ghana, Other Sports
Ghana successfully defended their title by defeating Kenya 2-0 in the final of the Youth Baseball5 African Championship, solidifying their position as the top team on the continent. Tunisia claimed the bronze medal after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa.
In the thrilling final, world No. 13 Ghana showcased exceptional skill and determination to beat world No. 15 Kenya in straight sets (8-5, 5-2). The electrifying atmosphere created by passionate fans added to the excitement, as Ghana once again proved their dominance in African Baseball5.
The bronze-medal match was a nail-biter, with Tunisia overcoming South Africa in a closely contested 2-1 victory (3-2, 8-7, 2-7). Despite South Africa’s spirited performance and home support, Tunisia’s resilience under pressure secured them a podium finish.
Zimbabwe claimed fifth place after an impressive 2-0 win over Lesotho (11-7, 17-2).
Final Standings:
1. Ghana
2. Kenya
3. Tunisia
4. South Africa
5. Zimbabwe
6. Lesotho
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Jan 19, 2025 | Ghana, Other Sports
Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), has praised Ghana’s national Baseball5 team for winning the 2025 African Championship.
He assured the team that their efforts would be rewarded, expressing gratitude to the management for their vision and commitment. Nunoo Mensah, who also serves as Nii Kojo Ashiefie Papanyira I, Development Chief of the Ga State, emphasized the exceptional talent of Ghanaian youth in various sports disciplines, including Baseball5.
“When you represent Ghana and give your all, there’s always a reward for you,” Nunoo Mensah remarked. “For the rest of the team, I will consult the GOC board to ensure you receive something meaningful because your achievement signifies the start of great things for Ghana in 2025.”
Despite financial challenges leading up to the tournament, the team demonstrated resilience and unity under the leadership of Head Coach Daniel Yaw Atiemo and Assistant Coach Daniel Obeng Asiamah.
Ernest Danso, President of Ghana Baseball, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to excel in future competitions. “After conquering Africa, we are ready for the world. With the necessary support, we can achieve even greater success,” he assured.
Ghana, ranked 13th in the world, defeated 15th-ranked Kenya in the final by 2-0 (8-5, 5-2) to secure their championship title. Tunisia claimed bronze after overcoming South Africa in the third-place match.
The WBSC Africa Youth Baseball5 Championships, hosted by South Africa Baseball, took place from January 8 to 12, 2025, at the Western Cape Sports School in Cape Town.
