Black Loopers with Mustapha Ussif
The Black Loopers, Ghana's national table tennis team, paid a visit to the Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Mustapha Ussif on Tuesday, April 7, 2024, to celebrate their impressive performance at the recently ended West Africa Regional Championship in Togo.
The team presented their medals to the Sports Minister, Hon. Mustapha Ussif, who congratulated them on their achievement.
The ladies' team won silver, while the men's team won bronze, with Joanita Borteye and Celia Baah Danso also securing bronze medals in the women's singles event.
Ghana Table Tennis Association President, Mr. Mawuko Afadzinu, expressed his gratitude to the Ministry and the Sports Minister for their support, emphasizing the importance of continued support as the team prepares for the Paris Olympic 2024 qualifying tournament in Kigali.
Hon. Mustapha Ussif in his speech congratulated the team. He pledged to provide the necessary support for the team's upcoming tournament, recognizing the importance of investing in Ghana's talented athletes.
The Black Loopers team members who achieved success at the West Africa Regional Championship include;
Emmanuel Commey, Samuel Akayade, James Marfo, Israel Aklie and Michael Yeboah.
Cynthia Kwabi, Celia Baah-Danso, Bernice Borley Borquaye, Juanita Borteye and Blessing Labanti made up the female
Technical coaches Ebenezer Anang Whyte and David Senyo Ahiaba played a crucial role in the team's success.
