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SWAG congratulates Ghana Armwrestling Federation
The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has sent a congratulatory message to the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) for successfully hosting the 12th Africa Armwrestling Championship in Accra.
Ghana’s national team, the Golden Arms, emerged victorious in the continental championship with a total medal haul of 132.
By this, the Golden Arms have qualified for the 2023 Africa Games to be hosted by Ghana in 2024.
The icing on the cake was the qualification of Grace Mintah, Marian Kadri Moro and Wisdom Abromekyi for the world Combat Games scheduled for Saudi Arabia.
Fourteen African countries participated in the three day event. They included Egypt, Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, Cameroon, Benin and Sierra-Leone, Madagascar, Togo, Cote d’Ivoire, Guinea, Chad and Gabon.
A statement signed by the president of SWAG, Mr. Kwabena Yeboah, lauded the leadership of Mr. Charles Osei Asibey, who doubles as the President of the Africa Armwrestling Association (AFA) for bringing honour to the nation through the exceptional organization of the event.
“Under your distinguished leadership, armwrestling has become the fastest growing sport in Ghana, attracting both young and old.”
“We are more than confident the Golden Arms will make Ghana truly proud next year during the 2023 Africa Games,” the statement emphasized.
Among the dignitaries who graced the competition in Accra were Messrs Assen Hadjitodorov, President of World Armwrestling Federation (WAF), Ms Mircea Simionescu (WAF), Elizebeth Sackey, and Metropolitan Chief Executive of Accra, Mr Henry Quartey, Greater Accra Regional Minister and others.
BY SPECTATOR SPORTS REPORTER
Officials from the Ghana mission in the United Arab Emirates have paid a morale-boosting visit to the camp of the Black Queens.
The delegation, made up of Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto, Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai and Head of Transport Anas Shaibu, visited the team to assure them of the government’s support and commitment to their safety and welfare.
During the visit, the officials interacted with the team and offered words of encouragement, urging the team to remain focused on the tournament despite concerns surrounding unrest in parts of the UAE.
Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto emphasised that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic mission, is closely monitoring the situation and is committed to ensuring the team’s safety throughout their stay.
“We want the team to stay calm and focus on the competition. The government and the embassy are doing everything possible to ensure your safety and well-being.” he said.
Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai also reiterated the mission’s readiness to provide any assistance required by the team during the tournament.
Leadership of the team expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and motivating.
With the backing of Ghana’s diplomatic officials in the UAE, the Black Queens remain determined to represent the country proudly and deliver strong performances in the Pink Ladies Cup.
The Black Queens have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the upcoming Pink Ladies Cup in Dubai. The team touched down at the Dubai International Airport via Emirates Air on Wednesday morning and were warmly received by the competition’s organising officials.
The squad will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will begin their final preparations for the tournament. Organised as part of the international women’s football calendar, the Pink Ladies Cup is expected to feature four national sides using the competition to assess their squads and fine-tune strategies for upcoming tournaments.
Ghana will open their campaign today with a clash against Hong Kong, while Russia and Tanzania face off in the other opening match.
The Black Queens are then scheduled to return to action on March 3, when they take on Russia in a match expected to test them against a physically strong opponent.
The final round of games will be played on March 6, with Ghana closing their campaign against Tanzania at 9:00 pm.
With three matches in eight days, the tournament promises to be a crucial phase in Ghana’s preparation, as the Black Queens aim to return to continental action sharper, stronger, and more competitive.
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