The Ghana Tennis Federation (GTF) organized a national wheelchair tennis camp at the Accra Sports Stadium Tennis Court in honour of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Black Stars memorabilia

Supported by the International Tennis Federation (ITF), the camp brought together over 30 junior players, focusing on introducing wheelchair tennis to children aged 10 to 18 with physical disabilities and enhancing their skills in the sport.

National coaches Yahya Macaulay and Philip Plange led the training sessions, assisted by regional coaches. The program also served as an avenue to introduce the sport to new participants.

Henry Larbi, the GTF Wheelchair Tennis National Coordinator, highlighted the broader purpose of the initiative.

“This is about more than just playing tennis—we’re empowering young people to become leaders and role models,” he stated.

He noted that wheelchair tennis, which began in Ghana in 2013, is steadily expanding nationwide.

“We have a strategic plan to extend the sport to nearly every region in Ghana,” he explained. “Currently, we are active in the Western, Central, Greater Accra, Volta, Eastern, Ashanti, Bono, and Ahafo Regions, as well as Tamale. This means about 70% of the country is covered. In the next year or two, we aim to develop a strong pool of junior players who can compete internationally.”

Source NPC Ghana

Ghana marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities by hosting its 2024 National Para Powerlifting Competition in Accra.

The event, organised by the Ghana Para-Powerlifting Association in collaboration with the National Paralympic Committee of Ghana (NPC-Ghana), brought together more than 50 para-powerlifters from five regions: Kumasi, Accra, Tamale, Cape Coast, and Sunyani.

According to Ignatius Elletey, a member of the Ghana Para-Powerlifting Association, the event aimed to identify and rank athletes for the 2025 season and future competitions while building a comprehensive database of para-powerlifters in the country.

“Today’s program is very important. Over the years, we’ve limited the number of athletes selected for international events, and this has been a challenge. Therefore, the Association thought it was high time we organised such an event to give opportunities to all the athletes at our disposal so they can prove themselves for selection in international competitions,” he said.

Elletey also urged corporate bodies to support the Association with funding to help provide the athletes with the best training ahead of the 2028 Paralympic Games.

“In terms of support, we want to use this opportunity to appeal to corporate Ghana and all Ghanaians. Disability sports give a future and life to persons with disabilities. It is the only industry that operates inclusively. Therefore, we want corporate Ghana to come on board and sponsor. There are many events next year, and it all boils down to funding. This is also a journey towards the 2028 Paralympic Games in the USA. We can only compete at the highest level when we have sponsors and support from all industry players,” he added.

This year’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities is being celebrated under the theme: "Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future." The para-powerlifting competition formed part of Ghana’s activities to mark the day.

Source Ghana Para Powerlifting Federation

Ms. Wendy Naa Deidei Sampah has advised the youth to join and participate in functional sports activities.

She noted that Functional Sports make one extra fit because it is tough and interesting to watch.

Naa Deidei Sampah who is a member of the international technical officers of the Functional Sports League Ghana said there are many benefits and opportunities in participating in functional sports such are socialising and learning from members and other resourceful people.

She hailed the President of Ghana Functional Sports League Mr. Charles Owusu Ansah and Awal Mohammed, winner of the first national championships held over two days at Zulka Astro Turf Park and Idrowhyt Events Centre.

The teacher, photojournalist, producer, sports enthusiast, health advocate, philanthropist and founder of the Wendy Foundation.

Functional Sports is a type of training that improves athletic performance and reduces the risk of injury by training the body to perform specific sports activities.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Roger Adamah of Genser Energy is pulling for massive support for involvement of kids into golf.

He has called on parents and guardians to introduce the wards into the game of golf.

Speaking to the media at the 11^th PGA Tournament, he was of the opinion that the kids can become the future stars if they are prepared and groomed well to become international champions.

The chairman of the organizing committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship, Hans De Beer agreed with the proposal and supported the idea to build for the future through the kids.

He observed that women professionals have increased in the country, and  now they have to face challenge from other African country.

Roger Adamah is a member of the planning committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship and a golf advocate. The former project manager at Goldfields is current captain of Tarkwa Golf Club and now works with Genser.

Hans De Beer is a keen golf enthusiast works with Genser. He was former VP for Projects and Engineering at Goldfields. He is the President for Tarkwa and Damang Golf Clubs.

Lucky Annan Ayisah of the Achimota Golf Club played to a score of 277 points over the four days of high level golf at the Celebrity Golf Club at Sakumono to win the ultimate prize.

Beaming with smiles and ecstatic feelings after the tournament he thanked God for everything and attributed his success to his determination and desire to win. He said hard work pays and will continue to work hard to defend the blue jacket.

He went home with the prestigious trophy, cash of 65,000ghc and a hamper.

Annan Ayisah commended the planning committee of the Genser PGA, and hoped for more victories in the future.

Genser Energy specializes in providing sustainable distributed generation energy solutions.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Ghana’s Isaac Sackey, two times WBO Africa Super Bantamweight Champion will take on Alan Picasso Romero of Mexico in a Super Bantamweight clash in Mexico on December 14, 2024.

According to Bernie Johnson, manager of Sackey, they have accepted the fight and are going to win to make Ghana proud.

He expressed that they will not be like other boxers who go out and lose. “We are taking this December duel very seriously and we are definitely going to win, we are going to shock Mexico, we are very ready any time and we will deliver in the ring” he said.

Isaac Sackey, 29 who trains at the Attoh Quarshie Gym at Jamestown has a record of 26 victories, two loses and two draws, and he is one of the experienced and serious boxers.

Alan Picasso Romero who is 24 years old is undefeated with a record of 30-0-1. He is one of Mexico’s best boxers and he is going to give Sackey a good fight.

Bernie Johnson said it is going to be an interesting encounter and urged the fans of Sackey to pray that he wins and raises high the flag of Ghana.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

It is going to be a good fight when Derrick Quaye aka ‘Show Love’ faces Stanley Nyantekyi, the Ashanti Warrior in an anticipated boxing clash.

Many pundits have labeled it ‘Accra versus Kumasi boxing war in the ring’.

Although Ghana’s featherweight champion, Stanley Nyantakyi has accepted the challenge he wants them to meet at the Super Featherweight division as the undefeated super lightweight, Derrick Quaye has verbally exchanged jabs and agreed to fight.

The super clash will be at the Super Featherweight, but there is no promoter at the moment to put them on a bill.

With the status of both boxers, the pundits believe a promoter will come on board soon.

Both are crowd pullers and it will be a classic encounter.

“This is a fight the fans would like to see” said boxing writers Prince Dornu – Leiku of the Graphic Sports and Nii Otoe Von Cofie of Accra Live fame.

Stanley Nyantekyi is 10-1-0 while Derrick Quaye 23 is 6-0-1.

Many fans feel this will be the real test for Nyantekyi who has fought not too famous and best boxers. Derrick Quaye who stopped veteran Michael Ansah aka One Bullet has won many supporters and the bout will be another sellout.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Joseph Commey and Coach Ebenezer Adjei aka Killer have appealed to their fans and supporters to be disciplined and not get involved in hooliganism and unwarranted fights with opponent's fans after boxing bouts.

They expressed the displeasure on Omashi TV last Friday as they were not enthused over what occurred at Ga Mashie after Commey won against Richmond Ashelley in an exciting duel for the UBO Lightweight title.

Joseph Commey who won silver at the Commonwealth Games in 2022 and gold at the 2023 African Games was a star also at the IBA special tournament in Ethiopia which he won, so he had the opportunity to go in for a title bout in his first professional encounter and he impressed the fans.

Coach Ebenezer Adjei said boxing is their profession and what's gives them business and entertainment so they should not tarnish the image of Ghana Boxing.

He said if those fighting are ready they can come and train as boxers.

According to him.the secret of Black Panthers Gym is training and the desire to succeed which he imparted on Ben Ankrah to defeat Stephen Coffie of the Bronx Gym on the. Ayitey Powers bill.

Meanwhile. Joseph Commey has hinted that the UBO title is to ginger him for bigger achievements. He thanked Box Office Promotions for the chance to become one of the youngest champions in the world.

"This is just to pave the way. My target is the bigger titles, especially the WBC belt. and I will train hard to get to my target" he expressed.

Joseph Commey dedicated his title to the coach and members of the Black Panthers Gym at Jamestown.

He noted that since he was five years old. Coach Killers has been training him and he loves the way he motivates them and inspires young boxers.

Commey who is also called Jaguar said the coach gave him the name so that he does not joke over his prey.

He named Ryan Garcia as his best boxer and saw the fight encounter with Ashelley as his toughest contest because it was a professional show and it was very serious business.

New WIBF Champion Abigail Quartey was also on the programme and she said revealed that her best us yet to come.

She also dedicated her win to Coach Ebenezer Adjei because he is the brain behind her achievements.

Naa Naa Yarley Achia Bronie 1popularly called Yarkor Annan aka ‘Yarkor Chavez’ the trail blazer of female professional boxing in Ghana was also at the studio to congratulate and bless her.

She advised female boxers to be focused and train hard to achieve their hearts desires.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Ms Abigail Quartey who was crowned WIBF Super Bantamweight Champion in the early hours of November 25 after beating Sangeeta Birdi of the Umitef Kingdom says her new feat will inspire and motivate her to go further in her career as a boxer.

Speaking to Yours Truly on Omashi TV show. The Big Fight Night. she disclosed that at times she stops training for many months before coming back to the gym, due to lack of activity.

She thanked Coach Ebenezer Adjei aka Coach Killer for guiding her to glory and her current achievement which will motivate other female boxers in Ghana.

Abigail Quartey has no nickname, idol or favourite boxer and sees herself as her inspiration.

She appealed to the Sports authorities especially the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) Women's Commission, the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) and the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) to recognise her well and reward her accordingly to inspire other athletes especially female boxers.

Now with a record of 10 bouts, 9 wins and one defeat. Her only lose in UAE came one week before she annexed the WIBF  belt. She believes the sky is bright for more success.

The first female professional boxer in Ghana, Naa Yarley Achia Bronie 1 popularly called Yarkor Annan aka ‘Yarkor Chavez’ was at the Omashi TV studio to bless her.

She advised her to be focused and obedient to her coaches as that is most important in the life of a boxer.

Boxing fans are watching because they feel let down by the government after all the achievements given to the nation. Boxing has given Ghana eleven world champions.

By Sammy Heywood Okine                  

Roger Adama of Genser Energy is pulling for massive support for involvement of kids into golf.

He has called on parents and guardians to introduce the wards into the game of golf.

He was of the opinion that the kids can become the future stars as it is better to prepare and groom them to become international champions.

Meanwhile the chairman of the organizing committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship, Hans De Beer has grasped the proposal and supports the idea to build for the future through the kids.

He observed that women professionals have increased in the country now they have to face challenge from other African country.

Roger Adama is a member of the planning committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship and a golfer, a former captain of Damang golf club.

Hans De Beer is a keen golf enthusiast and mining manager at Goldfields Ghana and well connected to Genser Energy.

Lucky Annan Ayisah of the Achimota Golf Club played to a score of 277 points over the four days of high level golf at the Celebrity Golf Club at Sakumono to win the ultimate prize.

Beaming with smiles and ecstatic feelings after the tournament he thanked God for everything and attributed his success to his determination and desire to win. He said hard work pays and will continue to work hard to defend the blue jacket.

He went home with the prestigious trophy, cash of 65,000ghc and a hamper.

Annan Ayisah commended the planning committee of the Genser PGA, and hoped for more victories in the future.

Genser Energy specializes in providing sustainable distributed generation energy solutions.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Director of Operations of the PGA Ghana, Mr. Ahmed Padori has announced that next year which is the 12th edition will be climaxed with their 50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee).

This year's tournament which saw many changes and improvements attracted female professional golf players and some countries represented were Zimbabwe, Zambia. Uganda, Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire and Nigeria.

Senegalese Oumy Dieye won the ladies category and took home 15 000ghc, hamper and trophy.

Veteran multiple awards winner Amos Korblah won the Seniors category prize of 15,000ghc and added another trophy to his collection.

The four day tournament was competitive as every player wanted to win. and there were surprises as 2023 runner up Kojo Barmi (12th) and 2023 winner Sunday Oladepo (11th) from Nigeria were not in the top ten.

Alhaji Ahmed Padori was impressed with the competition, and congratulated the players from other countries.  He advised the young professional golfers to be disciplined and contributed positively to support the PGA executive positively.

He hinted that the Golden Jubilee of the PGA will be celebrated in grand style.

In another development, Roger Adama of Genser Energy has called for massive support for involvement of kids into golf.

He has appealed to parents and guardians to introduce the children into the game of golf.

He said the kids can become the future stars as it is better to prepare and groom them to become international champions.

Meanwhile the chairman of the organizing committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship, Hans De Beer also backs the idea to build for the future through the kids.

He observed that women professionals have increased in the country now they have to face challenge from other African country.

Roger Adama is a member of the planning committee of the 11th Genser PGA Championship and a golfer, a former captain of Damang golf club.

Hans De Beer is a keen golf enthusiast and mining manager at Goldfields Ghana and well connected to Genser Energy.

Ahmed Padori is also passionate about golf and has played for a long time. He is the mover and shaker of the PGA, alongside Mr. Akwasi Prempeh, the tournament director. It is their wish that Genser sponsors the PGA for the next five to ten years.

Genser Energy specializes in providing sustainable distributed generation energy solutions.

By Sammy Heywood Okine