RLFG hosts President’s Cup with UK Deputy High Commissioner as Special Guest
The Rugby League Federation Ghana (RLFG) is thrilled to announce the 2024 President’s Cup, scheduled for Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Legon Rugby Stadium, Accra.
This year’s event marks a milestone by introducing Youth and Women’s matches, highlighting RLFG’s dedication to fostering inclusivity and expanding the sport’s reach across Ghana.
The President’s Cup will bring together Ghana’s finest rugby league players in a thrilling matchup between the National Rugby League Team and the President’s XIII (National Team B). “RLFG Hosts President’s Cup with UK Deputy High Commissioner as Guest”
National Team (Men): Joseph Andoh, Abraham Adjetey, Nathaniel Sekyi, Emmanuel Bonney, John Haywood, Abugre Osman, Kofi Adusei, Jeff Agboku, Freeman Azu, Samuel Kanu, Gizo Fillmore, Gabriel Dua-Quaye, Gerrard Aidoo, Benjamin Fiawoo, Albert Ghartey, Michael Abbeyquaye.
President’s Team (Men): Manu Godfred, Asaah Joseph, Wahid Issah, Ofori A. Williams, Ansere Francis, Frimpong Sampson, Toffic Ahmed, Morrison Enock, Obeng Bright, Oheneba Richard, Agyapong Sumel, Mensah Anthony Prince, Ali Sadat, Asare Emmanuel, Aboagye Felix, Appiah Isaac, Owusu Francis, Bashiru Ibrahim, Inusah Hamza, Jamal Yussif, Livingstone Adjetey, Bryan Torgbor, Francis Bonapart.
National Team (Women): Hilaria Wuaku, Henrietta Arhin, Rosemary Sewornu, Ivy Benyah, Rita Afelibiik, Bernice Belele, Jennifer Moncar, Ecida Antwi, Jacqueline Ansah, Millicent Njomaba, Celestine Kumah, Rejoice Osei, Fati Bhom, Zainab Umar, Precious Andoh, Fauzia Musah Larry.
President’s Team (Women): Elizabeth Adongo, Firmina Akusung, Estelle Haizel, Dorcas Gakpo, Sheila Tettey, Margaret Tuffour, Celestine Segbedzie, Charity Asupah, Emmanuella Esseku, Leticia Zormelo, Naa Shormey Nortey, Brafi Princess, Amoanimaa Jessica, Bayala Musharafa, Nketia Yeboah, Amissah Esther, Boakye Kyei Rose, Boateng Esther, Sina Hafsah, Mauna Issah, Asare Patience, Ezuka Ezra, Antwi Comfort, Okyere Dorothy, Aseye Akuklu.
National Team (Youth): Oliver Puman, Jordan Annan, Emmanuel Amoah-Acheampong, Tony Tawiah, Bright Bawah, Riddick Alibah, Elvis Ayertey, David Nartey, William Pearce Biney, Yakubu Suleman, Julius Fiakpornu, Bilal Abdallah, John Bless Mensah, Adams Marsuu, Chris Da Gama, Philip Asomani.
President’s Team (Youth): Tony Agbemenu, Jonathan Adotey, Sadik Ahmed, Michael Egyir, Abass Farouk, Jonas Moorkaar, Kevin Boadu, Stephen Tetteh, Sherif Arimiyaw, Stanley Dzagah, Akwei Godfred, Elikem Kuwornu, Collins Ofosu, Godfred Aikins, Michael Quaye, Richard Browne Asare, Godwin Asamoah.
Event Schedule:
Youth Match: 12:00 PM
Women’s Match: 1:30 PM
Men’s Match: 3:30 PM
For the first time, youth and women’s teams from the Ashanti Region will participate, showcasing the growth of rugby league in regions beyond the capital.
The RLFG is honoured to host the British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Keith McMahon, as the Special Guest of Honor.
His presence underscores the international recognition of rugby league’s development in Ghana and highlights the power of sports diplomacy in strengthening ties between Ghana and the United Kingdom.
Mrs. Julian Storey (President, RLFG):
“The 2024 President’s Cup celebrates the exceptional talent and unity in Ghana’s rugby league community. With the addition of women’s and youth teams, we continue to drive inclusivity, diversity, and pride across our nation.”Jafaru Awudu Mustapha (General Manager, RLFG):
“We are excited to host the 2024 President’s Cup, uniting Ghana’s rugby league talent while promoting peace and unity. The addition of women’s and youth teams highlights the growth and inclusivity of our sport.”
The RLFG extends an open invitation to sports enthusiasts, peace advocates, and all Ghanaians to join in this landmark event.