Former Asante Kotoko striker Mark Adu Amofah has officially launched a foundation aimed at offering opportunities to young Ghanaian footballers to develop their talents.
The Chief of Ashiaman Nii Annan Adzor I, football administrators, ex-players, and football enthusiasts attended the ceremony which was held at Alisa Hotel – North Ridge.
The AA Sports International was founded to forge a new route in football by enhancing the lives of young people via the power of sport through initiatives that promote accessible, fair, and abuse-free sport for youth.
The former Black Satellites and Meteors forward is committed to providing young Ghanaian children with chances, with a focus on finding a balance between school and sport. He emphasizes the need to raise awareness that young players may pursue both goals.
“We want to create an avenue where young footballers can find comfort in pursuing their dreams without giving up their education. We are looking to provide training kits, equipment, scouting, education and even more importantly, mentoring to aspiring young footballers from all around the country irrespective of their language, personality or gender. As our slogan says “Sports Equality For All”, Adu Amofa revealed in his address.
Former Vice President of the GFA, Fred Pappoe lauded the efforts of the Adu Amofah.
“Reminding all of us on the need to have or prepare for life after retirement and also looking at the young ones who are coming is extremely noble and we can only encourage ourselves that no matter where we find ourselves, we should be guided by the ideals of Mark,” Pappoe said.
AA Sports International has already started operations and is expected to roll out several programmes soon.
