Flag Football in Ghana: African Coaches and Officials Trained in Groundbreaking Development Program
Ghana recently hosted an extensive Flag Football Education and Training Program involving coaches and officials from 10 African countries, marking a major step in the sport’s development across the continent.
Accra, Ghana – In a historic initiative aimed at boosting the growth of flag football in Africa, Ghana has played host to an elite education and training program for coaches and officials from 10 African nations.
The multi-day program, organized in collaboration with international flag football federations and local sports bodies, focused on equipping African participants with technical knowledge, officiating skills, and strategic training methodologies to grow the game in their respective countries.
Representatives from countries including Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Uganda, Zambia, Rwanda, and Ghana participated in sessions facilitated by globally certified trainers.
“Flag football is more than a sport—it’s a tool for youth engagement, discipline, and international opportunity,” said one of the lead coordinators from Ghana’s Football Federation.
Participants were exposed to hands-on field drills, rule enforcement simulations, youth development strategies, and panel discussions on the future of flag football on the continent.
The initiative aligns with the broader objective of positioning Africa as a competitive region in global flag football, especially with the sport’s rising popularity and inclusion in international multi-sport games.
✅ Conclusion:
Ghana’s leadership in hosting this regional training underscores its growing role in shaping the future of flag football in Africa. With empowered coaches and officials returning to their home countries, the game is set for a new wave of growth and youth engagement across the continent.
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