The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has taken a significant step towards supporting grassroots football development by distributing 3,000 footballs to Colts clubs across the country. This move is part of President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku’s promise to provide 10 footballs per each active Colts club. The distribution has been done according to the number of active Colts clubs in each region, with all ten Regional Football Associations (RFAs) receiving their share of the footballs.
The distribution of footballs comes at a time when the GFA has announced the start dates for the 2026/27 Regional Colts Football Season. The new season is set to kick off on October 31, 2026, in Greater Accra and Brong Ahafo. This initiative forms part of the Association’s broader strategy to empower grassroots clubs and ease the burden on Colts clubs as they prepare for the new season. By providing the necessary equipment, the GFA aims to support the development of young footballers across the country.
The Northern Regional Football Association (NRFA) has also been actively preparing for the new season. The NRFA held its 2026 Ordinary Congress last Friday, which took place at the Aliu Mahama Stadium. The Congress attracted delegates, club representatives, and other stakeholders in Northern Region football. The session provided an opportunity for the Executive Council to engage clubs and other stakeholders on the progress made over the past season and the challenges affecting grassroots football.
During the Ordinary Congress, delegates reviewed the activities of the past season and considered key matters ahead of the 2026/27 football season. The issues discussed included the review of the past season, the Association’s Activity Report, Financial Statements, and Auditor’s Report, as well as the budget for the new season. Delegates also considered the competitions calendar, football development programmes, and other matters concerning the administration and growth of the game in the region.
The Ordinary Congress was graced by the RFA’s Coordinator Daasebre Adu-Asare Michael, who read the goodwill message of President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku. The session provided a platform for the Executive Council, led by Northern Regional FA Chairman Alhaji Abu-Hassan, to engage with clubs and stakeholders. The Congress served as the highest decision-making body of the Association, allowing members to discuss and decide on key issues affecting the region’s football.
The distribution of footballs and the Ordinary Congress are significant steps towards promoting grassroots football development in Ghana. By empowering Colts clubs and engaging with stakeholders, the GFA and RFAs aim to improve the state of football in the country. The new season is expected to bring exciting opportunities for young footballers, and the GFA’s initiatives are set to play a crucial role in shaping the future of Ghanaian football.
The GFA’s efforts to support grassroots football development have been ongoing, with a focus on providing resources and equipment to clubs across the country. The distribution of 3,000 footballs is a significant milestone in this effort, and the Association is expected to continue its work in promoting the development of young footballers. With the new season set to kick off, fans and stakeholders are eagerly anticipating the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.
Key points
- The Ghana Football Association has distributed 3,000 footballs to Colts clubs across the country.
- The distribution is part of President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku’s promise of 10 footballs per each active Colts club.
- The 2026/27 Regional Colts Football Season is set to kick off on October 31, 2026, in Greater Accra and Brong Ahafo.
