Sports
Decathlon sign pact with Okwawu United
Decathlon Ghana has entered into a partnership with Division One club Okwawu United, aimed at enhancing the club’s overall development, match day experiences, and training sessions.
The season renewable agreement will see Decathlon Ghana supply a range of football gear and equipment, along with technical support, to significantly bolster the club’s preparations and overall presentation.
In exchange, Okwawu United is expected to leverage this partnership to nurture young talent within their community and beyond, fostering local engagement and creating opportunities for aspiring footballers in the Okwawu enclave to pursue their dreams.
Also, Decathlon Ghana’s logo will feature prominently on all club apparel, as well as through various branding opportunities including pitch-side boards, the club’s website, and match-day programs.
During the signing ceremony, Decathlon Ghana’s Country Manager, Mr. Geoffrey Fadoul, emphasized the company’s mission to make sports accessible to everyone. He noted that Okwawu United shares this vision of development, discipline, and the transformative nature of sports.
He said, “This collaboration is about empowering young talent, strengthening local communities, and building a future where every aspiring footballer can realize their dreams,”
“We are proud to partner with Okwawu United and look forward to creating a new chapter of excellence, impact, and inspiration together, while also hoping to see them return to the Premier League soon,” he stated.
General Manager of Okwawu United, Nana Kwame Dankwah expressed enthusiasm about the partnership with the sports retail leader while highlighting the vast potential of the collaboration which he noted will help elevate the club’s image and propel their efforts towards a Premier League comeback.
Okwawu United currently lie third on the Division One Zone Three league table with 40 points, trailing leaders Hohoe United by eight points and second-placed Port City FC by four points.
With nine games remaining, Nana Kwame Dankwah affirmed their commitment to harnessing Decathlon Ghana’s support to surpass the top two teams and secure qualification.
By Raymond Ackumey
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Mr. Fadoul (right) with Nana Kwame Dankwah after the signing ceremony
Sports
GFA Talent Identification Programme a huge success in Central Region, Western region next
The GFA Talent Identification Programme has kicked off in the Central Region with resounding success.
The programme drew massive attendance from Colts Coaches and Physical Education Tutors in Cape Coast and Kasoa Districts, underscoring its popularity.
Participants expressed great enthusiasm for the initiative, praising the GFA for providing a unique opportunity for young talents to shine.
The highlight of the programme was a thrilling football festival featuring 720 students, who dazzled organizers with their skills and sportsmanship.
The event was electrifying, with spectators cheering on their favorite teams to victory. With its success in the Central Region, the programme is set to move to its next destination – the Western Region.
Sports
Black Starlets kick off talent hunt in Greater Accra on Tuesday, April 22
The Black Starlets’ technical team, led by Coach Stephen Frimpong Manso, will conclude their Southern sector player scouting exercise in the Greater Accra region next week.
This initiative aims to identify talented young players born after January 1, 2009, from across the region.
The Greater Accra scouting exercise, which has been divided into three segments, will kick off at the Tema Sports Stadium on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, before moving to Madina Astro Turf on Wednesday, April 23, and later to Carl Reindorf Park in Dansoman on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
The screening process involves a rigorous selection exercise, ultimately leading to the selection of top prospects for the U17 National team’s pool of players.
This scouting exercise is part of the Ghana Football Association’s efforts to develop the next generation of players for the Black Starlets.
The Southern sector screening exercise, which began in Cape Coast, has already made stops in Koforidua and Ho in the Eastern and Volta regions, respectively.
The Black Starlets coaching staff have been actively scouting talents across various regions. Recently, they conducted scouting exercises in Northern Ghana (covering Brong Ahafo, Northern, Upper East, and Upper West regions) and the middle belt (covering Ashanti, Western, and Western North regions).
