by Kelly Eric Ehor | Oct 28, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
The Ghana Golf Association (GGA) organized a one-day training session on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Bok Nam Kim Golf Club near Burma Camp to equip sports journalists with a deeper understanding of golf. Participants, mainly from the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG), were introduced to the sport’s equipment, techniques, rules, and terminology to enhance accurate reporting.
The journalists were given the opportunity to experience the golf course firsthand, practice different strokes, and learn the basics of scoring. GGA President Leonard Kwaku Okyere expressed appreciation to the journalists for attending and helping to dispel the misconception that golf is only for the wealthy. He emphasized the values of patience, integrity, and honesty in the game.
GGA Secretary Solomon Allotey highlighted upcoming tournaments, including the Asantehene Open, Ghana Open, Accra Golf Championship, Tafo Golf Open, and the PGA Tournament in Damang.
Participants were satisfied with the workshop and called for more such programs to promote golf in Ghana. The event also encouraged using social media to enhance visibility for Ghana’s golf activities.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 23, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
At the 2024 MTN Invitational Golf Tournament, held at Achimota Golf Club, MTN’s Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, Ms. Adwoa Wiafe, addressed participants, reflecting on the strong relationships built over the years and drawing insightful parallels between the game of golf and the business world. Wiafe emphasized that both realms require strategy, skill, and camaraderie for success.
She assured attendees that MTN remains committed to innovation, particularly with products like Yellobiz for SMEs and the continued growth of Mobile Money. Wiafe also encouraged nominations for MTN Heroes of Change, expressing gratitude to golfers for their ongoing partnership.
The event saw Frederick Semenu Duvour and Vastie Amoafo-Yeboah emerge as the tournament’s top winners.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 17, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
The first MTN Invitational Golf Tournament of the 2024 season is set to take place this Saturday, September 21, at the Achimota Golf Course, with the tee-off scheduled for 6:30 am.
Over 100 golfers from various clubs across the country are expected to participate, competing for awards across 12 categories. MTN Ghana has planned several surprise packages for the participants as part of its broader strategy to foster business relationships and build new connections within the elite golf community.
A representative from MTN highlighted the unique networking opportunities the tournament presents: “Golf offers a unique opportunity to network, establish new friendships, and strengthen business ties. It’s a sport that helps relieve stress, anxiety, and even depression, while teaching discipline, strong work ethics, and perseverance, even when the game becomes challenging.”
Additionally, the event serves as a platform for MTN to showcase its latest products and promote digital solutions to participants. MTN views the tournament as an opportunity to advance its digital transformation agenda among influential patrons, making it more than just a sporting event.
The 2024 MTN Invitational Golf Tournament promises to deliver a memorable experience filled with networking, sporting competition, and personal growth.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 27, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
Vincent Torgah emerged as the champion of the West Coast PGA Championship, held at the Celebrity Golf Club in Sakumono. Despite challenging weather conditions, including strong winds and persistent rain, Torgah displayed exceptional skill and resilience to secure the title.
The three-day tournament, which began on August 21, featured fifty golfers, including forty-two regular professionals, twelve seniors, and three ladies. Torgah’s consistent performance, with scores of 71, 69, and 71, ensured his victory against a field of seasoned competitors, including Alfred Kwame of Achimota Golf Club, E.K. Owusu, J. Klah, V. Coffie, Francis Torgah, and Kojo Barnini. This win marks Torgah’s third triumph in the series, setting the stage for the main tournament scheduled for November.
After receiving his winner’s cheque, Torgah acknowledged the tournament’s difficulty due to the challenging course and inclement weather. He expressed his determination to build on this success in the upcoming PGA playoffs.
Alfred Kwame finished in second place with scores of 71, 71, and 72, while E.K. Owusu secured third place with a total score of 216. J. Klah and V. Coffie completed the top five.
In the senior category, Emos Korblah claimed victory after two days of play, finishing with a score of 147. Robert Degbe and Teye Lartey of Center of the World Golf Club took second and third places, respectively.
In the ladies’ division, Jessica Tei of Achimota Golf Club emerged victorious, surpassing competitors Mercy Werner and Felicity Gyeabour over the two-day competition.
Following the event, past and present PGA competition directors, Rev. Akwasi Prempeh and Eric Henaku, expressed satisfaction with the tournament’s turnout and urged golfers to maintain discipline in their training ahead of the next qualifier at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi. Celebrity Golf Club Captain, Alex Oppong Baffoe, praised the successful organization of the championship and reaffirmed the club’s commitment to supporting professional golf in Ghana.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 13, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
Professional golfers from across the country are preparing for the upcoming West Coast Golf Championship (Road to Damang), scheduled to take place at Celebrity Golf Club in Sakumono from August 21 to 23, 2024. This event marks the third flagship pre-qualifier leading up to the main tournament in November.
Following the recent tournament at Damang Golf Club in the Western Region, the Celebrity Golf Club will host this pivotal competition, known for its intriguing setting. With the stakes high and a new venue, golfers are training intensively to secure their spots.
Male players are focused on qualifying for the main event, while emerging female golfers are also eager to showcase their skills during the three-day tournament.
Alhaji Ahmed Padori, Director of Operations at the PGA, highlighted ongoing preparations to ensure the competition’s success and encouraged golfers to be well-prepared. He expressed gratitude to Goldfields for their decade-long support and thanked the Celebrity Golf Club executives for providing their facilities for the tournament.
