Team Ghana Excels at Independence Armwrestling Championship

Team Ghana excelled at the Independence Armwrestling Championship, with Grace Mintah winning gold in the +80kg division and her compatriots achieving a sweep in their categories. The event celebrated national pride while promoting armwrestling and identifying new talent, attended by notable dignitaries.

Ghana’s female armwrestling star, Grace Mintah, showcased an impressive performance at the Independence Armwrestling Championship, securing the gold medal in the +80kg category. Her teammates, Florence Boakye and Afia Kumah, followed her lead by winning silver and bronze medals respectively, ensuring a remarkable clean sweep for Ghana in this particular weight class.

The event, attended by Minister for Sports and Recreation, Mr. Kofi Iddie Adams, attracted a supportive crowd at the Centre Point Mall in Accra, providing Team Ghana with a platform to engage local fans. In the women’s 65kg category, the gold medal was awarded to Marie Rose from Benin, with Nigeria’s Adefunke Adeniforo taking silver and Ghana’s Mabel Yeboah claiming bronze.

Ghana’s Wisdom Abromakyi spearheaded another clean sweep for the nation by winning gold in the men’s 65kg category, alongside teammates Daniel Acquah and Stephen Amoono, who secured silver and bronze respectively. Joshua Yeboah, also representing Ghana, distinguished himself by overcoming Togo’s Abdul Razak and finishing in first place.

In the men’s 90+kg category, Team Togo excelled as Mohammed Ismael outperformed his competitors to clinch the gold medal, while Ghana’s Atindana Adams managed a respectable third place. Organized by the Ghana Armwrestling Federation, the championship celebrated Ghana’s independence while featuring teams from Nigeria, Benin, and Togo.

Joshua Yeboah from Chicken Wing Club dominated the men’s 90kg category, further solidifying Ghana’s strong presence in the sport. The event was graced by various dignitaries, including Dr. Kofi Addo Agyekum, Vice President of GAF, and several others, reflecting significant governmental and institutional support for armwrestling in Ghana.

Mr. Charles Osei Asibey, President of Ghana and Africa Armwrestling, as well as Vice President of the World Armwrestling Federation, expressed satisfaction with the championship’s outcome. The Independence Armwrestling Challenge is part of ongoing efforts to promote armwrestling in Ghana and scout for emerging talent, with the upcoming Kids Armwrestling event expected to garner considerable attention.

In conclusion, the Independence Armwrestling Championship exemplified the exceptional talent present within Team Ghana, highlighted by outstanding performances from athletes like Grace Mintah and Wisdom Abromakyi. The event not only celebrated Ghana’s independence but also showcased the nation’s potential in armwrestling. With continued support and initiatives from the Ghana Armwrestling Federation, the future of the sport appears promising and set to inspire the younger generation.

Original Source: ghanaiantimes.com.gh