by Silas Boahene | May 12, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Brighton and Hove Albion’s Tariq Lamptey marked his return from injury in their Premier League fixture against Newcastle United at St James’ Park.
Lamptey, the Black Stars right-back, had been sidelined due to a knock sustained after his international duties with Ghana at the end of March, keeping him out for nearly a month.
However, the 24-year-old made a significant comeback, coming on for Joel Veltman in the 40th minute, who had to leave the field due to an apparent injury after helping Brighton take an early lead.
Newcastle United’s Sean Longstaff equalized just before halftime, resulting in a thrilling encounter that ended in a draw on Saturday afternoon.
Lamptey’s return to action serves as a positive development for Ghana’s coach Otto Addo, who is in the process of finalizing his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.
In another notable substitution, Ghanaian youngster Benicio Baker-Boaitey entered the game in the second half, replacing Facundo Buonanotte.
by Silas Boahene | May 12, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian rising star Augustine Boakye made a significant contribution to Wolfsberger AC’s impressive victory in the Austrian Bundesliga clash against Austria Vienna over the weekend.
Boakye, a 23-year-old midfielder, showcased his talent by finding the back of the net as Wolfsberger cruised to a convincing 4-0 win at the Generali Arena.
The opening goal came from Nigerian midfielder Samson Tijani, who scored his first goal of the season in the 36th minute, setting the tone for Wolfsberger’s dominance in the relegation play-off match.
Thierno Ballo, an Austria international, further solidified Wolfsberger’s lead by converting a penalty kick just ten minutes into the second half.
Defender Simon Piesinger then extended the advantage for Wolfsberger before Boakye sealed the victory with a goal in stoppage time.
With this win, Wolfsberger surged to the top of the relegation group standings with 28 points from 31 matches, leaving them with one game remaining. Their final challenge will be against WSG Tirol next week.
Boakye’s goal, which came from a pass by Dominik Baumgartner, marked his eighth of the season. Additionally, he has been instrumental in the team’s success this campaign, providing six assists in 25 appearances.
by Silas Boahene | May 12, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International
Abu Kamoko, son of former Ghanaian boxer Brimah Kamoko, faced disappointment as he failed to secure a spot in the Black Bombers squad for the African Qualifiers held in Dakar, Senegal. Freezy Macbones represented the team instead.
Despite not being selected for the first World Qualifier in Italy, Kamoko managed to make it onto the team for the 13th African Games, where he won a silver medal after two bouts. However, his boxing style failed to impress many fans and officials of the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF). Consequently, he was not chosen for the second world qualifier in Bangkok, Thailand, slated for May 25 to June 2, 2024.
In light of the disappointing performances by Ghana’s boxers in previous Olympic qualification competitions, the GBF aims to field boxers with a higher chance of securing qualification to the Olympic Games. All 12 boxers representing Ghana in the Olympic Games qualification round in Senegal last September were eliminated. Similarly, at the second Olympic qualifiers in Italy in March, none of the Ghanaian boxers managed to qualify.
With the upcoming Olympic qualifiers in Bangkok representing the last chance for Ghana to secure tickets to compete in the Olympics, the exclusion of Abu Kamoko, who won a silver medal at the African Games, has raised eyebrows. Despite his impressive performance at the African Games, where he reached the final of the 86kg cruiserweight division, Kamoko’s raw boxing style has been deemed insufficient by the GBF to compete at the international level.
Kamoko, also known as Ambitious Tilapia, expressed his disappointment at not being selected for the Thailand qualifier, citing his silver medal win as justification for his inclusion. Mohammed Aryeetey, who won gold at the African Games, also did not make the cut for the Thailand qualifier.
Meanwhile, the GBF plans to send the reserves from the Black Bombers to a tournament in New Zealand.
by Silas Boahene | May 12, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana
Priceless Life Entertainment has taken a strategic leap into the boxing world by securing the management rights to promising newcomer Emmanuel Mawuli. The signing, held at the Charles Quartey Boxing Foundation on May 10th, 2024, marks a significant move for both the athlete and the management company, solidifying their presence in the sports industry.
At just 18 years old, Mawuli’s rapid rise in the boxing arena has captured attention with his combination of raw talent, unwavering determination, and hunger for success. With an impressive record of 9 wins (6 by knockout) and no losses, Mawuli is already establishing himself as one of the most exciting prospects in the sport.
Recognizing Mawuli’s potential for greatness, Priceless Life Entertainment has added him to their roster, aiming to provide him with the support and guidance needed to reach new heights in his career. The initial contract spans three years, with an automatic extension for two years upon the attainment of a championship title by the management company.
CEO of Priceless Life Entertainment expressed excitement about the signing, stating, “Emmanuel Mawuli embodies talent and determination in the boxing world. We are delighted to welcome him to the Priceless Life family and are dedicated to helping him realize his full potential.”
For Mawuli, joining forces with Priceless Life Entertainment marks a pivotal moment in his career. “I am honored to be part of the Priceless Life team,” he commented. “Their history of success speaks volumes, and I look forward to collaborating with them as I progress in my boxing journey.”
The signing ceremony was attended by Head Coach of Charles Quartey Boxing Foundation, Mr. Charles Quartey, assistant Coach CP01 Nartey Tettey Bernard, and representatives from the management company, Mr. Abdulai Rashid Issaka and Alhaji Ismaila Mohammed Baluge.
With Mawuli under their wing, Priceless Life Entertainment and the young boxer are already eyeing future victories. As Mawuli prepares for upcoming bouts under his new management team, fans can anticipate thrilling performances from this dynamic duo. With Priceless Life Entertainment backing him, Emmanuel Mawuli is poised to leave an indelible mark on the boxing world.
by Silas Boahene | May 12, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Ghana, International, Nigeria
The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Region II Seniors Athletics Championships in Accra has been officially inaugurated. Set to unfold from June 3 to 6, 2024, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, this championship holds significance as a qualifying event for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Anticipating the participation of 450 athletes from 15 countries, the event promises to showcase top-tier athletic talent.
Here are the esteemed members constituting the LOC:
- Dr. Kwame Baah Nuako, GNPC – Chairman
- Charles Osei Asibey, Ghana Athletics – Vice Chairman
- Andrew Ackah, Advertisers Association of Ghana – Member
- Fadi Fatal, IMAX Media – Member
- Rhodalene Owusu Ansong – MOYS Representative
- Bawa Alhassan, Ghana Police – Member
- Edwin Amankwah, Businessman – Member
- Phillipina Frimpong, GA CEO – Member
- Christine Ashley, NSA – Member
- Augustine Amissare, UG – Member
- Daniel Duut, GA – Member
With this dedicated team in place, the championship is poised to be a resounding success, fostering camaraderie and excellence in athletics across the African continent.
