The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, has challenged the Ghana Badminton to develop practical, costed proposals to attract investment, strengthen junior badminton and transform Ghana’s promising talents into champions.
Dr Wuaku made the call on Monday, October 19, 2026, when he welcomed Ghana’s national badminton team, the Golden Shuttlers, following their participation in the 2026 BWF World Junior Championships and the All Africa U-19 Badminton Championships in Cairo, Egypt.
The delegation was led by Ghana Badminton Federation President Evans Yeboah, who spoke on behalf of the team and highlighted its achievements, medals and valuable experience gained from competing against some of the world’s and Africa’s best young players.
Golden Shuttlers Return with International Honours
At the All Africa U-19 Badminton Championships, Ghana secured a silver medal in women’s doubles through Moslena Ama Korama Adu and Racheal Quarcoo, alongside bronze-medal achievements in the mixed team relay and mixed doubles events.
At the BWF World Junior Championships, Ghana also won the gold Team Cheers Award after finishing ahead of finalists Germany and the Philippines, becoming the first African country to claim the accolade.
The Ghanaian squad comprised Francis Obeng-Shang, Obabompa Adu-Mintah, Samuel Kotey Amasah, Racheal Quarcoo, Moslena Ama Korama Adu, Margaret Amioko Sarpei and Alana Faith Sullo.
Speaking on behalf of the team, Evans Yeboah highlighted the significance of the athletes’ performances and the exposure gained from competing at the continental and global levels. The experience, he indicated, provides a foundation for improving preparations and strengthening Ghana’s competitiveness in future tournaments.
‘Talent Alone Does Not Win Championships’
Congratulating the players and officials, Dr Wuaku praised their dedication and commitment to representing Ghana but stressed that talent must be supported by investment and effective development structures.
“Talent alone does not win championships; it must be backed by investment, opportunity and the right structures,” he stated.
He explained that the Ghana Sports Fund was established to mobilise, safeguard, invest and deploy resources to strengthen sports development across the country.
Dr Wuaku urged the Federation to identify its most pressing needs, set measurable targets and submit practical, costed proposals covering junior development, equipment, quality coaching and international competition opportunities.
He emphasised that sporting ambitions must be translated into actionable plans supported by accountability, collaboration and sustainable investment.
The Administrator assured the delegation that proposals would be considered within the Fund’s mandate, established processes and available resources.
Building a Sustainable Future
The Golden Shuttlers’ achievements in Egypt offer encouragement for Ghanaian badminton, but sustaining progress will require consistent training, improved facilities, quality coaching and regular international exposure.
Dr Wuaku urged the Federation to make the courtesy call the beginning of purposeful engagement and practical action towards developing the next generation of Ghanaian badminton champions.
“The question is not whether Ghana has sporting talent, but whether we are prepared to invest wisely, act decisively and build the systems that will turn that talent into champions,” he stressed.
The message from the Ghana Sports Fund is clear: Ghana has promising young athletes, but turning their potential into sustained international success will require strategic planning, adequate resources and a long-term commitment to development.