CAA Championship: Ghanaian Trio Bow Out

Ghanaian Trio Emmanuel Dasor, Vivian Mills and Akua Obeng Akrofi have all failed to make it to the final of the men’s and women’s 400m respectively at the 20th African Seniors Championships which is taking place in South Africa. 

Dasor bowed out of the men’s event after coming 4th in his semi final in a time of 47.12s on Thursday.

Vivian Mills and Akua Obeng Akrofi also exited the women’s 400m.

Akrofi came last in her race in 54.49s while Mills placed 7th in 53.87s.

CAA Championship: Ghanaian Trio Bow Out

Theophilus Anoba On The Radar Of Top GPL Clubs

Former Local Black Stars midfielder, Theophilus Anoba is on the radar of several Ghanaian top flight clubs, according to report in the local media.

The 25-year old is currently a free agent after a knee injury forced Egyptian side Ismaily to terminate his contract in 2015.

The former Ashanti Gold star has since recovered and is training in Ghana but reports circulating in the media circles indicates that he is set to bounce back in the Ghana Premier League when the second round kicks off.

Hearts of Oak were reportedly interested in Anoba prior to the start of the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League season but a deal could not reached.

But the Phobians have reportedly rekindled their interest on the midfielder but have to ward off competition from rivals Kotoko as well as Dreams FC and Inter Allies.

However, it us believed that Anoba is keen to join a club that will not pile pressure on him to deliver instant results which make a move to either Dreams FC or Inter Allies a possibility.

Theophilus Anoba On The Radar Of Top GPL Clubs

Ranieri Not Surprise With Schlupp

Leicester City Manager, Claudio Ranieri has said that he is not surprise about the performance of Ghanaian international Jeff Schlupp in the Foxes’ 4-0 win over Swansea City on Sunday.

With all headlines on Jamie Vardy being missing for the game with suspension, Ulloa took his starting spot and to help rest Albrighton and introduce some extra pace, Schlupp also came back in, and for Ranieri they did what was expected of them – because it’s a group effort and everyone has their part to play.

Speaking to the club’s official website as his players turn their attention to Manchester United and knowing his side are only three points away from lifting the Premier League title, Ranieri explained that he continued to be proud of everyone in the squad as they battle for trophy.

“No pressure. They [Ulloa and Schlupp] wanted to play and deserved to play because not all the time they play but they deserve it. The first XI played so well and for me it`s difficult to change when the team works so well. I changed a little because I wanted the power of Jeff and the heading ability of Leo. Everybody contributes to make Leicester top of the league. Demarai too has a very good future if he stays calm, listens and improves.’

With Tottenham drawing on Monday night against West Bromwich Albion, a first ever Premier League title is in Leicester’s hands with three games remaining.

 

 

Ranieri Not Surprise With Schlupp

GAA Circuit Championship: Martha Bissah wins 800m Gold

Youth Olympic Gold medalist, Martha Bissah, overcame a stiff opposition from youngster Hawa Kombat to win a close 800m final in a time of 2: 13.20 min at the third leg of the Ghana Athletics Association National Circuit Championships, held at the Sekondi Sports Stadium,last Saturday.

Bissah, who run a very fast first lap under 55s, struggled to finish the race and was closely followed by Hawa Kombat in a time of 2:13.39 min while Patience Akanwogba came third in 2:15.45min.

It will be recalled that the 2014 Youth Olympics gold medalist recorded a season’s best 2:09.72 min (ON GRASS) at the 2nd leg of the Circuit Championships at the Koforidua Stadium last month.

This was the second time that Bissah and Kombat had face off each other on the finish line after a similar scene played itself out at the Grand Finale of the 2015 Circuit Championships 1500m final in Tamale.

Meanwhile, 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games participants- Salomey Agyei and Helen Maasotuo- placed fourth and seventh in a time of 2:16.44 and 2:23.08 respectively in the same 800m final.

GAA Circuit Championship: Martha Bissah wins 800m Gold

Baseball: Tema Braves Win BVG Unity Games

The Baseball Volunteers Ghana, BVG, Unity Games came off over the weekend at the Tema Community Seven School Park.

The one day invitational baseball competition saw the Tema Braves emerging as the winners after beating the University of Ghana in the grand finale.

Braves dominated the event, beating the Royals 10-0 in their opening games before edging out the Marlins 4-3 in a keenly contested semi final clash.

The University of Ghana, the youngest team in the competition started the tournament slowly, recording an 11-1 defeat the Marlins.

They went on to upset the much fancied brotherhood 11-9 in the semi final before losing the eventual winners Braves in the final.

The one day tournament, attracted lovers of baseball from all over Accra as well as some national team players and coaches

Baseball: Tema Braves Win BVG Unity Games

Baseball: BVG calls For Corporate Support

The Director of Baseball Volunteers Ghana (BVG), Mr. Hugo Banzini is appealing to the corporate world to come and support the sport in Ghana.

According to him, baseball is growing progressively but the growth won’t be rapid without the support of Corporate Ghana.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with SportsCrusader.com after the BVG one day international tournament in Tema on Saturday, Mr. Banzini noted that his outfit is doing well to promote baseball in the country, but was quick to admit that their effort is not enough.

He says, corporate Ghana need to come in and support the development of the sports in oder for it to grow in stature.

Mr. Banzini was however quick to admit that, the support would not come if the sport is not seen organising active competitions.

He therefore called on the government and the baseball Federation to organize more events in order to attract sponsors.

Ghana are currently ranked 3rd in Africa behind South Africa and Nigeria and with little push, baseball can soon become a household sport in the country

Baseball: BVG calls For Corporate Support

MTN FA Cup: Liberty escape Past Pure Joy

MTN FA Cup: Liberty escape Past Pure JoyGhana Premier League side Liberty Professionals once again fought back from the clutches of defeat to progress to the next stage of the 2015/2016 MTN FA Cup.

The Dansoman based side were a goal down to Division One League side Pure Joy courtesy a Tetteh 5 minute strike from the penalty spot.

Pure Joy enjoyed the opening half at the Ghanaman Soccer Center for excellence much to the frustration of the away side.

But striker, Bernard Arthur equalized for the Scientific Soccer Lads six minutes to the end of the game to send the Round of 32 tie to penalty shootout.

Liberty Professionals went on to win the shootout 7-6 to advance to the Round of 16.

The victory was Liberty’s second in succession in the MTN FA Cup.

They eliminated defending Champions Medeama SC in the Round of 64 via penalties after playing out a similar 1-1 draw

MTN FA Cup: Liberty escape Past Pure Joy

Manu Target 10-goal Haul for Techiman City in First Round of GPL

Techiman City forward Stephen Manu has set his sight on scoring at least ten goals in the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League.

The former Asante Kotoko and New Edubiase United striker joined the newly promoted side on free transfer in the off-season but is yet to play for his new side due to late arrival of his international transfer certificate, ITC.

However, Stephen Manu has expressed delight he could be set to make his debut over the weekend against Regional rivals Aduana Stars.

“If by the Grace of God all things fall into place, everyone will get to know of me on Sunday” Manu said in an interview.

“Looking at the training I am doing and the targets I have set for myself this season, I am disappointed not have played the first two games due to the ITC issues.

‘’As a striker, you have to set a target for yourself. I have set a first round target of 10 goals for my club and that is why I am disturbed to have missed two games” he added.

Stephen Manu shot to fame in Ghana football when he joined Asante Kotoko in 2011 following an impressive season with lower tier side BA United the year before.

Manu Target 10-goal Haul for Techiman City in First Round of GPL