.. Only Four Out Of 42 Newly Trained GBA Referee / Judges Are Active, Three Others Report Occasionally

It has been disclosed that only four out of 42 newly trained referee /judges of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) are very active and officiate sanctioned bouts.

The GBA course was held for two days at The Gym Boxing Club, Accra on Thursday, December 1st and Friday, December 2nd, 2022.

In an exclusive interview on 'The Big Fight Night' on Omashi TV, last Friday two of the very active ring officials expressed that they are passionate and desirous of achievement in the game so they are investing in themselves and hope they will reap massively in future as great world class referees.

Boxing Ghana Referee of the Year 2024, Nathaniel Neequaye Kotey, a marketing student at Methodist University as well as employee of Multichoice and David Nettey of Accra Technical University studying building technology told Yours Truly they want to become like best international referees and their mentors, the late J.A. Annan, known as the doyen of Ghana Boxing, experienced Roger Barnor, enterprising Erasmus Owoo and the famous Ataa Eddie Pappoe.

They revealed not eager for immediate success or getting traveling opportunities but contributing to the boxing industry to develop and be more attractive.

Kotey said he was motivated by the GBA President Abraham Neequaye who happens to be his uncle, while David Nettey took inspiration from his dad, Vincent Akai Nettey,  a national Black Bombers coach and head trainer at the Attoh Quarshie Boxing Club.

"Initially I was supporting in training of young boxers at the gym, and I decided to add refereeing when the opportunity came" he said.

Both are of the opinion that Ghana Boxing is not down or losing its attraction depending on the way one sees it.

However, to them there are many good young hot boxers who are ready to excel, however the issues may be with finance and equipment.

They called for more investment and sponsorship in boxing, because the sport has proved since 1960 Olympic Games that they can win laurels for the nation in amateur, while the professionals have produced 10 world champions.

Nettey was optimistic that Ghana can win another world title in the near future, while Kotey noted that the grassroots must be solidified to produce more quality juvenile and amateur boxers.

He commended the management of Wisdom Boxing Club where he had his practical and urged boxers to be disciplined if they want to make it to the top.

He also appealed to boxing fans to appreciate the role of ring officials because their utmost job is the ensure fairness and safety of the boxers.

Nettey advised boxing lovers, especially coaches to take time to study the rules to avoid instigating fans of unfair resolutions..

The two potentials who have decently officiated some big bouts took opportunity of the programme to educate boxing fans on some of the controversial decisions.

They wished their families, loved ones, boxing fans and admirers a happy new year.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Joseph “The Jaguar” Commey is an obvious pick as the 2024 Universal Boxing Organization™ (UBO) Prospect of the Year.

The 21-year-old Ghanaian was an outstanding amateur, and the entire boxing community in his country is expecting him to do great things in the professional ranks.

On November 24 at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra, he made his paid debut against experienced and tough fellow countryman Richman Ashelley, and won the UBO Continental (Africa) Lightweight title in the process.

Only a select few boxers can go straight to championship level in their first pro bout, and Commey showed that he is one of those when he won by unanimous decision after a competitive fight.

The future looks bright for the young man, and there will undoubtedly be many more championship belts to come for him.

HONORABLE MENTION: Timur Bassitov (UBO Continental (Asia) Light Heavyweight champion), Martin Gruy (UBO International Middleweight champion), Davide Carpentieri (UBO Youth Lightweight champion), Riccardo Rizzi (UBO Continental (Asia) Super Welterweight champion), Alexandro Foglia (UBO Youth Super Bantamweight champion), Danylo Huncharuk (UBO East Europe Lightweight champion).

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The 2nd Duku Festival Road Race Prelude Para Cycling Event, an exciting sports and entertainment concept has been held by the Ghana Cycling Federation in collaboration other stake holders at the Osu Castle Total Filling Station in Accra on Wednesday January 1, 2025,.

The event featured six divisions: Male Tandem, Female Tandem, Hand Cycling (male and female), and Amputee (male and female).

Mr. Justice Awuku, Chairman of the Duku Festival Cycling Race said “We noticed that physically challenged individuals have been marginalized, so we decided to organize a special event for them.”

He expressed satisfaction with the turnout and performance of the participants, highlighting the impressive display of athleticism and sportsmanship. “It was mind-boggling to see a blind person riding a bicycle. It was very interesting and competitive, so I think thumbs up to them.”

The chairman also called on corporate Ghana to support para-cycling, emphasizing the capabilities and talents of individuals with disabilities. “We can’t continue to marginalize them. We have taken it upon ourselves to organize this event every year, and we hope to do it on a bigger stage.”

Frederick Assor, a renowned blind para-athlete in Ghana who placed third in the competition, praised the organizers for creating a platform for persons with disabilities. “This event has taken a lot of stress off us. We come together, meet friends, have fun, and compete.”

Shaaban Mohammed, General Secretary of the Ghana Cycling Federation, hailed the event as a resounding success. “The performance was amazing, and the prizes were impressive. We’re encouraged by the opportunities this event presents for para-cyclists in Ghana.”

The event was made possible by sponsors, including Dot Ateliers, Mr. D. J. Hyun, President of Derbywheel Incorporated, and the Association for Sports Federation On Disability (ASFOD).

Winners of the 2nd Edition Duku Festival Para Cycling Event:

The Male Tandem covered a distance of 42.5 kilometres

1st. Peter Dery Danvoru / Benjamin Boahen Agyemang with a time of 2.02.39.89 with a cash prize of GH 3,000.00, gold medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

2nd. Emmanuel / George with a time of 2.18.24.36 with a cash prize of GH 2,000.00, silver medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

3rd. Frederick Assor / Philip Randolf with a time of 2.19.25.35 with a cash prize of GH 1,000.00, bronze medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

4th. EDWIN ANSAH OBENG / DERICK with a time of 2.21 26.98 with a cash prize of GH 500.00 and souvenirs from sponsors.

5th. Jocob / Abudu / Anwar Sadat with a time of 2.23.34.67 with a cash prize of GH 500.00 and souvenirs from sponsors.

6th. Eric Narh / Edward with a time of 2.26.23.12 with a cash prize of GH 500.00 and souvenirs from sponsors.

Female Tandem covered a distance of 17 kilometres.

1st. Favour Ayiglo / Abigail A. Tetteh with a time of 1.08.02.24 with a cash prize of GH 3,000.00, gold medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

2nd. Beauty Fiator / Majorie Quaye with a time of 1.09 45.67 with a cash prize of GH 2,000.00, silver medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

Male Amputee Covered a distance of 42.5 kilometres – Results

1st. RICHARD YAW ATTA with a time of .08.04.34 with a cash prize of GH 3,000.00, a gold medal, and souvenirs from sponsors.

2nd. EBENEZER MENSAH ADJEI with a time of 2.11.45.69 with a cash prize of GH 2,000.00, a silver medal, and souvenirs from sponsors.

3rd. KINGSLEY OFORI with a time of 15.00 87 with a cash prize of GH 1,000.00, bronze medals, and souvenirs from sponsors.

4th. BOSSUMAN KWEKU AYENSU with a time of 2.25.34.27 with a cash prize of GH 500.00 and souvenirs from sponsors.

Male Hand Cycling covered a distance of 17 kilometers – results

1st. FRANK YAW FUJI with a time of 1.10.12.97 with a cash prize of GH 3,000.00, a gold medal, and souvenirs from sponsors.

From Sammy Heywood Okine                       

The Ghana Cycling Federation is thrilled to announce the triumphant conclusion of the 10^th Edition National Cycling Road Championships, held from Olebu Ablekuma Pokuasi Route date 30 th November 2024. This landmark event brought together the country’s finest cyclists, who showcased their skill, endurance, and sportsmanship in an unforgettable display of athletic excellence.

Over one day of intense competition, 65 participants from across 5 regions of Ghana competed across multiple categories, including Elite Men, Elite Women, Under-23, and Junior men and women categories.

The championship featured a challenging course that highlighted the scenic beauty and demanding terrain winds of Olebu Ablekuma Pokuasi stretch, providing a true test of strength and strategy.

Highlights of the Event:                               

The 30 years Francis Amu of FCG cycling club claimed victory in the Elite Men's category with an outstanding escape performance, completing the 100 kilometer course in 2hr. 37 minutes 20 seconds of an average speed of 38.14Kmh Ellen Anim of Club Sky Team, dominating the 50 kilometers Elite Women’s road race and the 25 kilometers Time Trial, demonstrated exceptional stamina and strategy to secure her title with the time of 1hr. 46 minutes 1 second with average speed of 28.30kmh and 47 minutes 3 seconds of average speed of 31.88kmh respectively.

The sensational promising 20 years Emmanuel Sesi of Royal Stars cycling club in the Volta Region placed 1 st position in the men under 23 and 2 nd position in the men elite road race of 100 kilometers with the time of 2hr. 25 minutes 10 seconds of average of 38.10kmh.

The 17 years promising junior cyclist of River Park Eastern Region Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed worn both men junior category of the 62.5 kilometers road race and the Time Trial of the 25 kilometers race in the time of 1hr. 47 minutes. 14 seconds (average speed 34.97kmh) and 38 minutes 10 seconds (average speed 39.30kmh) respectively, he successfully escapes from the peloton and maintains their advantage to cross the finish line alone, he shows his UCI training techniques to beat his opponent by brake out at the first lap of the 6 laps distance of 62.5km.

Farrakhan and Foster benefited from the 2024 UCI athlete’s solidarity program in Cape Town South Africa last November.

The Under 23 and the Elite 25 kilometer time trial was worn by Frank Love Quaye of The Boss Tribes (TBT) cycling club. He was crowned two gold medals in Men Elite and under 23 categories with the time of 36 minutes 3 seconds (average speed 41.61kmh).

Fifty- six male cyclists and five females from twelve cycling clubs participated in the tenth anniversary of the annual championship from various regions of Ghana. The championships not only celebrated athletic achievement but also promoted the spirit of unity, encouraging fitness and the sport of cycling throughout the nation. The event drew more than 2000 spectators including kids from Sena Foundation School cycling initiative program, creating an electrifying atmosphere both on and off the course.

“We are immensely proud of the success of this year’s championships,” said by Mohammed B. Sahnoon Esq., President of the Ghana Cycling Federation. “This milestone 10th edition reflects the growth of cycling in our country and inspires future generations to take up this incredible sport.”

The Ghana Cycling Federation extends heartfelt thanks to all sponsors - Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, Stanbic Bank Ghana, DHL Global Forwarding, Africa Cycling Network Satellite, MDK Ghana Flowers, SLA Architect Engineers and Asset Management, Riyahd Construction, IQRA LTD, Ministry of youth and Sports, National Sports Authority, Ghana Olympic Committee, volunteers, Ghana Police Service, Accra sports Stadium Ambulance service, the Media Partners, the affiliate club managers, the chairman of Obour cycling club, and local authorities for their unwavering support. Their contributions made this event possible and ensured its seamless execution.

Plans are already underway for the 11th Edition National Cycling Road Championships in June 2025, promising even greater excitement and participation. We look forward to continuing this legacy of excellence and promoting cycling as a cornerstone of healthy living and competitive spirit.

The GCF focus on it vision to develop cycling in Ghana with other partners both local and internationally, including Bahati Foundation. The Bahati Foundation invited six male cyclists between the age of 17 and 24 years and two tandem to embark a ten days’ training workshop and competition in Los Angles in preparation towards Ghana Cycling participation in the LA2028 Olympic/Paralympic games.

Source Ghana Cycling Association

Ghana Skate Welcomes New Director of Communications for World Skate Africa

Ghana Skate is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Johnson Kwaku Gameli Kportufe as the new Director of the Communications Department of World Skate Africa. This decision was made by the President of World Skate Africa, pursuant to the Statutes of World Skate and the Ordinary and Elective Congress of World Skate held in Rome, Italy on September 7th, 2024.

As Director of Communications, Mr. Kportufe will play a crucial role in promoting the mission and values of World Skate Africa, while fostering greater collaboration and communication among member nations. His expertise and experience will be invaluable in enhancing the visibility and impact of skateboarding across the African continent.

In addition to his new role, Mr. Kportufe has also been appointed as a member of the Executive Committee of World Skate Africa, effective immediately. His missions and responsibilities will be guided by the Statutes of World Skate.

Ghana Skate congratulates Mr. Kportufe on his appointment and looks forward to working closely with him to promote the growth and development of roller sports, in particular, the ones that fall within remits of world skate, in Ghana and across Africa.

Mr. Kportufe, fluent in both the French and English languages is properly positioned to make a huge impact in the communications department of the World Skate, Africa. According to the President of World Skate, Africa, his appointment is a significant milestone for the Federation in Africa, and they look forward to working with him to promote the growth and development of of the disciplines on the continent.

Source Ghana Skate

Daniel Sosah is a professional footballer who plays for Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih. He was born in Ghana, he plays for the Niger national team.

His father is a Ghanaian while his mother comes from Benin.

Daniel started his colts football in Accra with Katara Babies and All Yankees before joining Third World and Noble Arrics, then he tried other top level clubs taking him to different countries like Israel, Belarus and now Ukraine.

He has played for Maccabi Netanya and Beitar Nes Tubruk as a youth.

At senior level he was at AS FAN, CI Kamsar, Isloch Minsk Raion and now Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih.

He said the experience in of war and football and sports is very interesting because the people are strong hearted and very determined to succeed like Oleksandr Usyk who defeated Tyson Fury and well known Lomachenko. Ukraine boasts of other sports stars.

Daniel Sosah said his daring spirit has taken him to where he is and hopes to move to as a professional footballer aiming to become better always.

He was a member of the Niger football team that beat the Ghana Black Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium to deprive Ghana a chance  feature at the 2025 African Cup of Nations in Morocco.

He recalls being left out of the Ghana U23 National team due to financial constraints, so when the opportunity came to play for Niger he grabbed it and felt very happy when they beat the Black Stars in front of their own fans.

He commended the Nigerien supporters who were at the stadium and really enjoyed the game.

He advised that selection of players to national teams should be based on merit and not favouritism.

He wished African football officials, players, coaches, fans and the media a happy new year.

Sosah was a special guest on 'The Punchline' on Omashi TV on December 31, 2025.

He was accompanied by versatile sports broadcaster, Reggie Tyron.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Mr. Emmanuel Olla Williams aka GAS Man  has appealed to the leaders in the Ga Adangbe traditional area to honour musician Shatta Wale for his influence and motivation to the youth.

He said the energy Shatta Wale brings has escalated as he is in Jamaica to perform on a big international stage.

He noted that Mr. Charles Nii Amarh Mensah aka Shatta Wale formerly called Bandana has done much with his inspiring songs that energise the children, youth and some old people.

The Shatta Movement has also seen massive improvement showing that the people love him.

Mr. Olla Williams, CEO of Dreamland Sports Plus and President of Ghana Tug of War and Ghana Pillow Fight Championship said the youth of Ghana love Shatta Wale because he has been consistent and delivers surprises always.

"Shatta has taken Afrobeat Dancehall and even Hilife and to Jamaica and he is our grand music ambassador.  We are so proud of him" he said.

The founder of One On One Foundation which has been engaging and encouraging students with science, hygiene and sports (aerobics) said music of Shatta Wale has helped students a lot.

Jamaican dancehall musician Vybz Kartel is gearing up for his highly-anticipated Freedom Street Concert on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

He endorsed Shatta Wale as an international artiste.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

American gymnast Simone Biles and Swedish pole vaulter Armand “Mondo” Duplantis, two of the brightest stars from this year’s Olympics in Paris, are the AIPS Athletes of the Year 2024, as voted by 518 journalists from 111 countries.

The traditional end-of-year poll, organised by AIPS, is the most international poll dedicated to the debate regarding the athletes that dominated the sports world in the outgoing year.

Biles, who won three Olympic gold medals and one silver in Paris, garnered 703 points to win the Best Female Athlete of the Year award for the fifth time, ahead of Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati, who was recently named The Best FIFA Women’s Player for a second year in a row (337 points) and Saint Lucia’s first ever Olympic gold medallist in the 100m and silver medallist in the 200m, Julien Alfred in third with 263 points.

Following his record-breaking season, Duplantis also dominated the Best Male Athlete of the Year category with 603 points. The Swedish star, who finished second in the 2022 and 2023 editions of the AIPS poll, has finally secured the prestigious prize for the first time. Serbian tennis icon, Novak Djokovic, who at 37 became the oldest Olympic gold medallist in men’s singles and just the fifth tennis player to achieve the career Golden Slam, finished second with 368 points, while Slovenian Tadej Pogačar, who became the first male cyclist since 1987 to win the ‘Triple Crown’ of the men’s Tour de France, Giro d’Italia and world title in the same year, finished third with 294 points.

AIPS BEST FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Simone Arianne Biles, born on March 14, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio, has now won the AIPS Female Athlete of the Year accolade five times in the last eight years and consecutively on two occasions (2016, 2018, 2019, 2023, 2024) after taking the Paris 2024 Olympics by storm to cement her status as the the world’s most decorated gymnast.

The 27-year-old icon dazzled on her Olympics return as she soared to four Olympic medals, including team, all-around and vault golds and a silver medal on the floor exercise, and banished the memories of Tokyo 2020 (held in 2021), where she abruptly quit the Olympic team final after suffering the ‘twisties’.

Boasting a total of 11 Olympic medals (seven gold, two silver, and two bronze medals) won across three Olympic Games: Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, and Paris 2024, Biles made history in Paris as she became the most decorated American Olympic gymnast of all time.

Biles, who made her international debut in 2013, also owns 30 World Championship medals, including 23 world gold medals, and is widely regarded as the greatest gymnast of all time.

Below are the Top 10                                         

1. Biles Simone (USA) – Gymnastics – 703
2. Bonmatí Aitana (Spain) – Football – 337
3. Alfred Julien (Saint Lucia) – Athletics – 263
4. Hassan Sifan (Netherlands) – Athletics – 226
5. Marta (Brazil) – Football – 196
6. Ledecky Katie (USA) – Swimming – 187
7. Shiffrin Mikaela (USA) – Alpine skiing – 176
8. Mahuchikh Yaroslava (Ukraine) – Athletics – 165
9. Chebet Beatrice (Kenya) – Athletics – 157
10. Swiatek Iga (Poland) – Tennis – 144

AIPS BEST MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR In 2024, Sweden’s Armand “Mondo” Duplantis, born on November 10, 1999 in Lafayette, Louisiana, United States, continued his imperious form as the dominant force of pole vault.

He defended his titles at the World Athletics Indoor Championships, European Athletics Championships and Olympic Games and cleared world records of 6.24m, 6.25m and 6.26m en route to an unbeaten season – indoors and outdoors.

At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Duplantis soared to his ninth world record of 6.25m, having already secured gold earlier with a vault of 6.00m to become the first back-to-back champion in men’s pole vault since the 1950s. Two weeks later, the 25-year-old Swedish star broke the world record for the tenth time in his career at the Silesia Diamond League Meeting in Poland. He first broke the world record in February of 2020.

He also owns the eight best vaults of the 2024 season, including the championship record of 6.10m that earned him a third successive European outdoor title in Rome in June and the meeting record of 6.11m at the Allianz Memorial van Damme in Brussels where he won his fourth consecutive Diamond League Trophy.

Duplantis took to pole vaulting at an early age and, under the guidance of his father Greg, has been a record-breaker since he was seven years old.

Below are the Top 10

1. Duplantis Armand (Sweden) – Athletics – 603
2. Djokovic Novak (Serbia) – Tennis – 368
3. Pogačar Tadej (Slovenia) – Cycling – 294
4. Marchand León (France) – Swimming – 246
5. Vinícius Junior (Brazil) – Football – 226
6. Alcaraz Carlos (Spain) – Tennis – 220
7. Yamal Lamine (Spain) – Football – 211
8. Sinner Jannik (Italy) – Tennis – 180
9. López Mijain (Cuba) – Wrestling – 172
10. Rodri (Spain) – Football – 144

AIPS Members from the following 111 countries participated in the Best of 2024 poll: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bolivia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Canada, Central African Rep., Chile, China, Chinese Taipei, Colombia, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Great Britain, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic Of Korea, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sudan, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Togo, Trinidad And Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela and Yemen.

Credit: AIPS Media

Ace boxing trainer, Lawrence Carl Lokko is not happy with media coverage and promotion of boxing in Ghana.

In an exclusive interview, he blamed the media, sports journalists especially for demotivating boxers and trainers, because some do not give right information and others do not promote boxing at all.

Carl Lokko who is CEO / Head Coach at the Bronx Boxing Club said even when the Sports Writers Association (SWAG) come up with their awards, there are only a few slots for boxing, meanwhile boxing is the only sport that has given the nation more genuine laurels and real achievements.

According to him the first African Olympic medalist was a Ghanaian, the late Clement Ike Quartey yet the media has not hyped him much for governments and the people to see and know his worth, until he died and Parliament was trying to praise him. He called for a monument in his remembrance and honour.

He said the SWAG just considers boxing, but not really reward or award boxers, coaches and boxing activities like football or even armwrestling.

He noted that the right things must be done for boxers to be motivated and inspire.

“We can’t do sports without the media, but in Ghana the leadership of the sports media is not helping us, they are rather killing us, how can you name best sportsmen and women without Abigail Quartey who has won a world title, in fact the first female to win a world title belt” he asked.

Carl Lokko said he is not happy with so many things and has been looking on. But it is time to voice out some of the mistakes.

He asked why no professional boxer has been named by SWAG last year and this year, yet they have best footballer and Ghana Football is at its lowest form and ranking at CAF and FIFA level. He was happy the Black Stars could not qualify for the next African cup and that should inform SWAG that the footballers are not trying.

“If we have not done anything at all we have some WBO African champions and they should be considered” he expressed.

“We are always glad to mention our past champions like D.K. Poison, Azumah Nelson, Ike Bazooka Quartey, Alfred Kotey, Joshua Clottey, Nana Yaw Konadu, Joseph Agbeko, Isaac Dogboe, Emmanuel Tagoe for what they have done.

Carl Lokko is Vice President of the United Boxing Coaches Association and an executive board member of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA).

He led Richard Commey to become IBF Lightweight champion of the world, and currently coaching potential world beaters like Sheriff Quaye, Jacob Laryea, John ‘Expensive Boxer’ Laryea, Daniel Gorsh, Abu Kamoko and Stanley Nyantekyi aka ‘Ashanti Warrior’.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The second edition of the Tizza Football Gala came to an end last Saturday the 28 of December 2024.

Naayibog Warriors, winners of the first edition went to the finals but could not win the trophy for the second time. This time Saaduon won the trophy by scoring Naayibog Warriors 1-0. The shock of the tournament was the team from Sigri, they came into the competition as underdogs but surprisingly got to the quarterfinals before being eliminated by Naayibog Warriors.

The best player of the tournament went to the goalie of Naayibog Warriors, Renious Anlaaminga, the best goalkeeper was received by the goalkeeper of Sigri, Ishmael Addo, the best coach award went to coach Desmond of Naayibog and discovery of the tournament went to coach Thompson Bapiira of Sigri.

The Chief of Tizza commended the people of for the promotion of peace and unity, thank all the teams for putting up a first class performance in the second edition of the gala.

He congratulated President- elect, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama for winning the 2024, election and appealed for an Astro-turf pitch, the chief said the youths in the area are very talented but lack good football pitches and other training facilities, so President- elect John Dramani Mahama should do them that favor.

The Planning Committee Chairman, ING. Gaspard Dordaa and organizer of gala, thanked the people of Tizza for their support for the gala which was sponsored by Sonzele Rural Bank.

By James Thompson