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John Mawuli Nyarkoh Taking PGA Seniors Golf To High Heights

12/8/2023

Mr. John Mawuli Nyarkoh, Captain of the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) Ghana says he feels proud to see players above the age of 50 still competing for fun or competitively for rewards at Championships.

In an exclusive interview with Yours Truly, at Damang during the Gold Fields PGA Championship, he said after his election the PGA has benefited from a number of competitions and he hopes to introduce more tournaments for the senior players.

2023 MLS Cup presented by Audi Game Guide Now Available

12/8/2023

COLUMBUS, OHIO (Wednesday, November 6, 2023) – The 2023 MLS Cup presented by Audi Game Guide is now available for download HERE . Included in the 2023 MLS Cup Game Guide is information on the matchup, coaches, referees, stadium, and notable records set during the 2023 MLS regular season by both teams. A complete overview of previous MLS Cups and all-time MLS Cup statistics is also available.

Ozbot captures World Athletics Photograph of the Year

12/7/2023

Mattia Ozbot’s image of German decathlete Leo Neugebauer competing at the World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 has been selected as the World Athletics Photograph of the Year.
The third award announced as part of the World Athletics Awards 2023, the World Athletics Photograph of the Year shines a spotlight on some of the outstanding images captured by professional photographers.

Ravi Bishnoi is the number one bowler in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings

12/7/2023

Ravi Bishnoi’s star continues to rise as he displaces Rashid Khan at the top of the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings following his Player of the Series-winning performance in their 4-1 series victory against Australia. The 23-year-old leg-spinner took nine wickets in five matches, rising four slots to number one with 699 ratings points in the weekly update which considers the performances of the week up to 4 December.
Bishnoi’s consistency since making his T20I debut in February 2022 has seen him pick up 34 wickets in 21 matches, attributing to his meteoric rise.

Víctor Camarasa: "It's important that FIFA is trying to help"

12/7/2023

Throughout his period away from the game, Victor’s club also played a significant role in his recovery
The Real Oviedo player decided to stop playing on 12 September to take care of his mental health; He hopes to serve as an example to teammates and other players; The Spaniard emphasises the importance of talking about mental health, and encourages those in need to #ReachOut (https://apo-opa.co/47YIBPf).

48th SWAG Awards scheduled for AICC on January 12

12/7/2023

The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has set January 12, 2024, as the date for the 48th edition of the SWAG Awards.
The ceremony will take place at the Accra International Conference Center (AICC), marking the venue's continuous hosting of this esteemed event.
Organized by SWAG, the awards honour outstanding Ghanaian athletes, recognizing their contributions to the development and promotion of sports in the country.

AMERICO HEADLINES THE PANAM SPORTS AWARDS

12/5/2023

The Chilean artist and performer of hits such as “Que levante la mano”, “La Duda”, y “El Embrujo” will close out the celebration of America’s greatest athletes on December 9 in Miami.
MIAMI, U.S. (December 5, 2023) -- Panam Sports is proud to announce Americo as the headline act of the 2023 Panam Sports Awards taking place on December 9 in Miami.

IOC expresses grief on the passing of IOC Honorary Member James L. Easton

12/5/2023

It is with profound sadness that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has learnt of the passing of James L. Easton, an IOC Honorary Member, at the age of 88.
Mr Easton was a long-serving Member of the IOC from 1994 to 2015, when he became an Honorary Member, and his enduring commitment to sport and the Olympic Movement left an indelible mark on the global sporting community.

Major League Soccer Teams Up with Staple to Release Inaugural MLS Cup presented by Audi Streetwear Collaboration

12/5/2023

NEW YORK (Tuesday, December 5, 2023) – Prior to the highly-anticipated 2023 MLS Cup presented by Audi on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. EST, the League announced today the unveiling of a capsule collaboration with streetwear brand STAPLE, founded by creative visionary Jeff Staple. The collection elevates the MLS Cup merchandise to celebrate the championship match. 

Communiqué of the 12th Olympic Summit

12/5/2023

At the invitation of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the leading representatives of the Olympic Movement met today for the 12th Olympic Summit, which was held at the Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland. 
Chaired by the IOC President, the Olympic Summit involves the leading representatives of the Olympic Movement. It forms part of the ongoing dialogue and consultation on subjects of significance for the future of the Olympic Movement.

DARRIUS BARNES NAMED 2023 MLS NEXT PRO EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR

12/5/2023

Crown Legacy FC President Honored for Leading Club’s Launch and Successful Inaugural Season
NEW YORK, NEW YORK (December 5, 2023) – MLS NEXT Pro announced today that Darrius Barnes, President of Crown Legacy FC, has been named the 2023 MLS NEXT Pro Executive of the Year for his role in leading the launch of Charlotte FC’s new MLS NEXT Pro team in 2023.  Crown Legacy FC excelled on the field – going undefeated at home on the way to earning the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference and tying for the best record in the League – and off the field, enjoying a strong turnout from local fans at home matches.

Tchanile-Salifou wins Woman of the Year Award

12/5/2023

Falilatou Tchanile-Salifou has been named Woman of the Year as part of the World Athletics Awards 2023.
Tchanile-Salifou receives the honour in recognition of her dedication to advancing women's rights and fostering gender equality in sport. As President of the Togolese athletics federation, Tchanile-Salifou has demonstrated outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment, with a series of transformative initiatives throughout 2023 that have left a lasting impact on Togo's sports landscape.

Cedar Point Collegiate Softball League to Launch in 2024 at Sports Force Parks in Ohio

12/5/2023

CLEVELAND | December 05, 2023 - Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center announced the formation of the Cedar Point Collegiate League, a new softball league that will launch in the summer of 2024 in Sandusky, Ohio, located on the shores of Lake Erie between Cleveland and Toledo. The Cedar Point Collegiate League will operate under the umbrella of the American Collegiate League (ACL), the national body of governance for regional NCAA summer league softball that was established in 2022.

GAS MAN' Olla Williams Supports Bechem School for the Deaf

12/5/2023

Bechem School for the Deaf was established on the 3rd January 1969 with fourteen (14) students but was officially opened on 31st May 1969 with 30 students thus twenty-one (21) boys and nine (9) girls. 
In the year 1987, the Ghana Education Service upgraded the school to run Technical and Vocational courses for the Middle School leavers now Junior High School Graduates .

Sunday Olapade Beats Kojo Barnni In Playoffs To Win 2023 Gold Fields PGA Championship At Damang Ghana

12/5/2023

Sunday Olapade, a Lagos based golfer who has been taking part in the Gold Fields PGA Championship for many years had his luck shine on Saturday when he broke Kojo Barnni’s dominion putting up a strong-willed display to become the 2023 champion of the international competition which ended at the lush Damang Golf Course on Saturday.

Cartel Foundation Founder Henry Owoo Thanks All For Support At 2023 Charity Health Walk

12/5/2023

Mr. Henry Owoo, Founder and CEO of the Cartel Foundation has sent his sincere appreciations to all who participated and ended the 2023 massive Charity Health Walk.
He said the awareness has been very encouraging and the people of Ablekuma South and surrounding area have to benefit from ideas and creatives of influential people in the communities.
He acknowledged that it was real, massive and interesting as well as entertaining with people benefiting from the physical activity and socializing.

Yaw Ampofo Ankrah - 2023 Ghana Bloggers Sports Host of The Year  … Dedicated To Upcoming Journalists And Colleagues

12/5/2023

Veteran Sports Journalist Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has won the Ghana Sports Host of the Year from the Ghana Bloggers Association (GBA).
The former BBC, Supersport, TV3 and Metro TV guru ,dedicated his award to all up and coming sports journalists and reporters.
"I'm pleasantly surprised because I was not even aware of my nomination. I'm also coming from an old school sort of background and I've been massively impressed with the excellent work the new breed of sports journalists are putting out there."

Golf is a lifestyle, golf is medicine golf is unique - Alhaji Ahmed Padori

12/5/2023

Operations / Administrative Director of the Professional Golf Association (PGA) Ghana, Alhaji Ahmed Padori says golf is a lifestyle and the best game in the world.
"Golf is unique, because you can even play with your enemy after the draw and later became very good friends, because you get to know each other while walking along the course" he said.

Functional Fitness had come to stay in Ghana - Charles Owusu-Ansah

12/5/2023

President of the Functional Sports League Ghana, Mr. Charles Owusu-Ansah has disclosed that functional fitness has come to stay and it's going to be developed, grown and promoted across the country.
Speaking at the first Functional Fitness contest at the Zulka Astro Turf Park at Dansoman on Friday, he said the new federation has come to develop and promote fitness as a sport for excellence and rewards, aside keeping participants fit and healthy.

USTA MID-ATLANTIC FOUNDATION CENTENNIAL GALA HONORS FRANCES TIAFOE

12/5/2023

Tennis star and seven renown leaders and players inducted into Hall of Fame

HERNDON, Va., Dec. 4, 2023 -- More than 500 guests gathered to celebrate the USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation's Centennial and show support for the nonprofit's mission to grow tennis and vision for increased access to the sport in every community. During the Centennial Gala presented by Trustar Bank on December 1 at the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum eight prestigious individuals, including tennis superstar Frances Tiafoe, were inducted into the USTA Mid-Atlantic Hall of Fame.

IBA Congress to elect Board of Directors member from the Americas

12/5/2023

Lausanne, Switzerland – Three candidates are in line for the election of woman Board of Directors member from Americas to fill the current vacant position. The elections will take place on 9 December 2023 at the IBA Ordinary Congress in Dubai. 

Meuwly receives Coaching Achievement Award

12/5/2023

Laurent Meuwly has received the Coaching Achievement Award and becomes the first winner to be announced as part of the World Athletics Awards 2023.

The Swiss coach has dedicated almost three decades to guiding athletes, having started coaching at the age of just 18. He is now head of sprinting, hurdles and relays in the Netherlands, working with athletes including world 400m hurdles champion Femke Bol.

IBA reiterates that dual membership is not possible for National Federations choosing to join rogue organization

12/5/2023

Lausanne, Switzerland – The IBA leadership reiterated its message to National Federations that dynamic risk assessment and a carefully thought-out long-term plan should be considered by those National Federations before they make any irreversible membership decision as the IBA does not accept dual membership. To reiterate and to confirm, dual membership is not something that IBA are accepting, nor considering.

Virtual Venue will bring a whole new game to the global football industry at World Football Summit

12/5/2023

After working with top sports bodies such as FIFA, UEFA, or FIBA, across more than 40 events, Virtual Venue has demonstrated its ability to deliver cost savings, reduce carbon footprints, enhance event quality, and boost team productivity

JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, December 4, 2023/ --  Portuguese technology company Focus BC, will showcase Virtual Venue, a collaborative platform that supports organizers in planning and delivering events more efficiently, during World Football Summit Asia (www.WorldFootballSummit.com) in December 12-13 in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia); Validated by high-caliber organizations such as UEFA, FIFA or FIBA, Virtual Venue will seek to expand its footprint across the global football industry; The partnership between both organizations extends to World Football Summit events in 2024, including Football Innovation Forum, World Football Summit Americas and World Football Summit Europe.

ICC and Amazon Announce a Four-Year Deal for Prime Video to Be the Home of ICC Cricket in Australia

12/5/2023

Prime Video announced as the home of ICC cricket in Australia until the end of 2027, with every World Cup, World Test Championship Final, and Champions Trophy match streamed exclusive and live
World Cup Cricket—it’s on Prime. All matches available to Prime members in Australia at no extra cost to their membership

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and Prime Video today announced a four-year deal to provide exclusive live broadcast rights in Australia for ICC cricket, which will be available on Prime Video Australia. The partnership will see Prime Video Australia exclusively stream all men’s and women’s events, including the Men’s and Women’s Cricket World Cups, T20 World Cups, Champions Trophy, U19s and the World Test Championship Final. The deal includes streaming rights in Australia for 448 live games from 2024 to 2027.