Ghana Tennis Federation congratulates Wheelchair champions after Ga Mantse Tournament
The tournament featured competitive men’s and women’s wheelchair tennis divisions, providing athletes with an opportunity to showcase their skills, resilience and sportsmanship.
The Ghana Tennis Federation (GTF) has expressed its praise for wheelchair tennis athletes and officials following their participation in the Ga Mantse Tennis Tournament. The event showcased competitive men's and women's divisions, highlighting the growing development of wheelchair tennis in Ghana. Champion Bernard Yawson and runner-up Daniel Laryea led the men's division, while Stacy Konadu Mensah and Bridget Nartey took the women's titles.
The GTF commended all four finalists and every participant for their contribution to an exciting and competitive tournament. The organisation appreciates the organisers, Abusua, for integrating wheelchair tennis into the Ga Mantse Tennis Tournament. Such initiatives are vital for para sport development in Ghana, offering athletes valuable competition, increased public visibility, and progress assessment opportunities.
The federation hopes future tournaments will be larger, further boosting wheelchair tennis development. Henry K. N. Larbi, National Coordinator of Ghana Wheelchair Tennis, spoke on behalf of the board, lauding the players and officials for their commitment. Larbi emphasized the importance of securing sponsorship to enable Ghanaian wheelchair tennis players to compete internationally and qualify for the LA2028 Paralympic Games.
Limited financial resources remain a significant barrier to international participation. The LA2028 Paralympic Games hinge on international rankings, which athletes build through participation in recognised tournaments. However, the costs associated with international travel, accommodation, tournament entry fees, and specialised sports wheelchairs continue to hinder Ghanaian athletes.
As the LA2028 Paralympic Games draw near, the GTF is urging corporate organisations, government agencies, development partners, and individuals to support Ghana's wheelchair tennis players. Beyond competition, wheelchair tennis fosters inclusion, builds confidence, and reshapes public perceptions of persons with disabilities. The GTF and Ghana Wheelchair Tennis reaffirm their dedication to expanding the sport across Ghana, identifying emerging talent, and providing athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest level.
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