Team Ghana made a vibrant appearance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, donning traditional smock attire, a beloved garment from Ghana’s Northern Region that symbolizes national cultural heritage and pride.
Led by flagbearer Joseph Paul Amoah, the team arrived in style, cruising along the Seine river on a boat, beaming with joy as they took in iconic Paris landmarks and waved to thousands of cheering spectators.Ghana will showcase its athletic prowess with a team of eight talented athletes competing in sprint relays (4x100m), individual sprints (100m, 200m), high jump, and swimming events.
Team Ghana’s schedule includes:Harry Stacey in the 100m Men’s Swimming Freestyle on July 30, 2024, at 9:23 a.m. (GHANA time) in heat 4.Benjamin Azamati in the 100m and 4x100m Relay, alongside Joseph Paul Amoah, Rasheed Saminu, Issac Botsio, Edwin Gadayi, and Fuseini Ibrahim.Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah, Ghana’s first female high jumper, and Joselle Mensah in the Women’s 50m Freestyle Swimming.Rose Yeboah, a trailblazing athlete, is a strong medal contender, bringing hope and excitement with her impressive skills and potential.
She boasts an impressive track record, with two gold medals at the African Games and another at the African Athletics Championship.Ghana’s talented 4x100m relay team is poised to make history, leveraging their top-15 world ranking to achieve a groundbreaking feat.
In swimming, Joselle Mensah and Harry Stacey will represent Ghana, while Rasheed Saminu will showcase his speed in the 100m and 200m track events, demonstrating versatility and endurance.
Building on their previous Olympic success, where they secured a bronze medal in boxing, Team Ghana aims to surpass past achievements and claim their first-ever track and field medal, adding to their five Olympic medals, including one silver and four bronze.
Story by: Michael Seh
