Greater Accra Hockey Association Vice Chairman, Derrick Tamakloe, is adamant that recent “landmark achievements” in hockey is as a result of the Greater Accra Hockey League’s partnership with Sapholda Ventures Limited.
He said this during the organizations’ latest dealings that had Sapholda improve its financial commitment to the league from 50,000 Ghana Cedis to 100,000 Ghana Cedis.
This sponsorship renewal comes ahead of the start of the 2024 League that commences on Saturday, April 27 at the Theodosia Okoh Stadium.
Speaking at the event, Derrick Tamakloe said Sapholda’s commitment has aided Ghana Revenue Authority win the African Championship in the Women’s Division and first place in the 2023 Africa Games. Ghana finished second in the Men’s Division at the African Games.
“Year on year basis, they’ve been improving and last year, they specifically directed us to focus the money on player development and we saw a good landmark achievement by seeing that for three years, Royal Ladies from GRA, conquered Africa and won gold in Africa for three consecutive times and it reflected in the national team.”
The first round of the 2024 season runs from April 27 to June 8.
