by Silas Boahene | Jul 23, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Other Sports, Soccer
Ghana’s Black Sharks defeated the Sand Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire 5-3 in the first leg of the 2024 AFCON Beach Soccer qualifier at Emancipation Beach in Keta. The return leg is scheduled for July 28, 2024, in Abidjan.
Cheetah Beach Soccer Club goalkeeper Daniel played in goal, while captain Afriyie Torsu scored the opener for Ghana. Defender Kini Ticor, who scored two goals, was awarded the man of the match.
“The entire team played very well, beating Ivory Coast 5-3 in the first leg. The second leg in Ivory Coast is going to be tough, but I believe these boys will make Ghana proud,” said Alhaji Yartey.
The people of Keta turned out in large numbers to support the national beach soccer team, creating a great atmosphere.
Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and Mr. Yayye Yartey of Cheetah FC fame congratulated the players and urged them not to be content but to give their all to qualify.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 23, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
Athletes from Greater Accra will gather at the Eagle Choice Event Hall at Dansoman Roundabout on Saturday, July 27, 2024, for the Functional Sports Tournament Qualifiers for both males and females.
The organizers aim to select the best athletes to represent the Greater Accra Region in the National Championship, scheduled for November this year.
The event will begin at 2 p.m. sharp, and participants are required to wear sports attire.
Registration costs 30 GHS, and participants will pay 70 GHS. There are attractive prizes to be won after the competition.
Mr. Owusu Ansah, president of the Ghana Functional Sports Federation, stated that they are dedicated to developing, growing, and promoting functional sports as a competitive contest in Ghana.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 23, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Europe, Ghana, International, Other Sports
Recent allegations that 11 members of the Ghana Paralympic Team absconded upon arriving in Norway on April 27, 2024, for the Fjordkraft Bergen City Marathon have been debunked by the event organizers.
Roger Gjelsvik, the club director, confirmed to the media that the National Paralympic Team did not participate in the marathon, vindicating Samson Deen and the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) Ghana.
A letter from the Ministry of National Security dated July 3, 2024, claimed that 11 team members absconded, leading to speculation and misinformation. However, Samson Deen and NPC Ghana consistently denied involvement, emphasizing that they had not participated in the marathon and had not applied to the Norwegian Embassy for facilitation.
Roger Gjelsvik’s confirmation has put these allegations to rest, exonerating Samson Deen and NPC Ghana. Their unwavering commitment to promoting disability sports and supporting Ghanaian athletes highlights their integrity.
Ernest Yaw Ayisi of the Ernestay Disability Sports Foundation is alleged to be the principal architect behind the alleged absconders to Norway.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 23, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Other Sports
The 14th edition of the Korean Ambassador’s Taekwondo Championships is set to take place on July 27, 2024, at the Trust Sports Emporium. The event aims to select and prepare junior athletes for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal.
Organized by the Ghana Taekwondo Federation (GTF) and sponsored by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, the inter-regional championships will feature athletes aged 13 to 17 competing in Kyorugi and Poomsae. The competition includes five weight categories for each gender in both junior and cadet Kyorugi, with participants vying for medals, selection opportunities, and the overall best athlete accolade.
Registration for the event opened on June 20 for Ghana Taekwondo registered athletes and closed at midnight on July 15, 2024. A Referees Seminar is also scheduled for July 15, 2024, at the Korean Sports Complex.
Dubbed “Mission to Senegal 2026 Junior Olympics,” the competition will see participation from the ten regions where the GTF operates. The best-performing region will also be recognized.
To facilitate easy transportation, organizers have arranged buses to convey athletes and coaches to and from the venue.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 21, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghana’s Under-20 national team, the Black Satellites, have returned to Ghana following a three-week training tour across Europe. The team, led by Head Coach Desmond Offei, arrived home on July 19, 2024.
During their tour, the Black Satellites traveled to France, Belgium, and Holland, where they engaged in a series of friendly matches aimed at refining their skills and team cohesion in preparation for the 2024 WAFU B U20 tournament.
The squad, consisting of 22 players and officials, will now continue their preparations domestically, building on their recent success as gold medalists at the 2023 All Africa Games.
