Sports
Scout training to uncover Ghana’s next football stars underway at Prampram
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has commenced a five-day training program for scouts from the five southern sector regions of Ghana, namely Greater Accra, Central, Western, Eastern, and Volta.
The programme, which kicked off on February 3, aims to equip scouts with basic scouting principles, profiles, and report writing skills, among other essential tools.
The training course is being held at the Ghanaman Soccer Center of Excellence in Prampram.
A team of experienced instructors, led by Prof. Joseph K. Mintah, Technical Director of the GFA, is facilitating the training program. Other instructors include Desmond Ofei, Director of Coaching Education; Joseph Tetteh-Zutah, Elite Academy Manager; Papa Nii Lartey, Head of Talent Identification and Development; Edward Acheampong; and Fataw Salifu, Scouts Manager.
The training programme is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of scouts, enabling them to identify and develop young talents in their respective regions. By investing in the development of scouts, the GFA aims to strengthen the foundation of Ghanaian football and uncover the next generation of stars.
The programme will run until February 7, and participants are expected to return to their regions equipped with the expertise and confidence to make a positive impact on the development of football in Ghana.
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Sports
GPL Voilent Disturbances: Police arrest two more suspects
The Ghana Police Service has arrested two more suspects in connection with the violent disturbances that occurred during the football match between Nsoatreman FC and Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC
The suspects, Isaac Ofosu and Yeboah Augustine are currently in Police
custody assisting in the ongoing investigation.
This brings to five (5) the number of suspects so far arrested in connection with
the incident, which occurred on February 2, 2025, at Nsoatre in the Bono
Region.
An Intelligence-led operation is still ongoing to get the rest of the perpetrators
arrested to face justice.
Sports
Eight teams battle for semi-final spots in Women’s FA Cup
An exciting weekend is in store as the Women’s FA Cup Quarter-final begins on the weekend of February 14-17, 2025, with eight qualified teams vying for a spot in the semi-final.
One of the standout clashes sees Northern Ladies take on Faith Ladies. This cross-regional encounter promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams aim to secure a spot in the next round.
Hasaacas Ladies will host Fosu Royals at the Kobby’s Astro Turf in what is expected to be a tightly contested match.
In another intriguing fixture, Division One side Rootz Sistas face a tough challenge as they welcome former champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies.
Jonina Ladies travel to Sung Shinning Ladies. Both teams have shown resilience and determination to reach this stage and will be ready to secure a spot in the semi-final.
