A photo of the Badminton team at the African Youth Games
Ghana’s Badminton team has delivered a masterclass in excellence and resilience, emerging as the nation’s most successful sport at the ongoing African Youth Games.
Amidst competition across 15 sports, the shuttlecock has soared the highest, securing Ghana’s first and only gold medals of the Games so far, and leading the medal table with a historic and dominant performance.
The young team has achieved a remarkable total medal haul, showcasing depth and talent across all events: 2 gold medals, 1 silver medal and 3 bronze medals.
This outstanding achievement underscores the rapid development, dedication, and world-class potential of Ghanaian badminton on the continental stage.
A Breakdown of Ghana’s Golden Triumphs: Gold medal – Boys’ Doubles
The sensational pair of Andy Amofa and Adu-Mintah Obapomba captured the nation’s heart with a stunning run to the top of the podium.
They defeated the top-seeded pair from Algeria in a major quarterfinal upset before powering through the finals to claim the ultimate victory, showcasing grit, strategy, and flawless teamwork.
Gold medal – Girls’ Doubles
The formidable duo of Moslena Adu and Rachael Quarcoo demonstrated clinical precision and unmatched synergy on their path to gold.
Their dominant performance throughout the tournament culminated in a triumphant victory in the final, securing a second gold medal for Ghana and cementing their status as Africa’s premier pair.
Other Medal Highlights:
SILVER – Mixed Doubles: The pair of Adu-Mintah Obapomba and Moslena Adu fought valiantly to secure a silver medal, adding to the team’s impressive tally.
BRONZE – Girls’ Singles: Rachael Quarcoo delivered a powerful individual performance, defeating the African #2 seed from Mauritius to secure a bronze medal.
BRONZE – Mixed Doubles :The pair of Andy Amofa and Rachael Quarcoo fought their way to a bronze medal finish, demonstrating the team’s strength across multiple disciplines.
BRONZE – Mix Team Relay Event: The Ghana Badminton team set the tone early by winning a bronze medal in the Mixed Team Relay Event, building crucial momentum for the individual competitions.
“This is a monumental moment for Ghana Badminton,” said Evans Yeboah, President of the Ghana Badminton Association and the reigning SWAG Best Sports Administrator of the Year.
“Our young athletes have not only competed—they have dominated. They promised to deliver for Ghana and have done so with courage, skill, and immense pride. These gold medals stand as a testament to their hard work, the unwavering support of their two coaches and families, and the bright future of our sport in Ghana. They have truly brought the #HopeOfGlory to life.”
President Yeboah further highlighted the strategic vision behind the team’s success:
“This triumph is a direct result of our quadrennial high-performance Junior Performance Plan, which is consistently yielding historic results. Following our record-breaking medal haul at the African School Games in Algeria—where we emerged as Ghana’s top-performing sport—this latest achievement reinforces that our structured pathway to excellence is working.”
“We are building champions today and laying the foundation for sustained continental and global success tomorrow. ”This historic achievement sends a powerful message: Ghana Badminton is a force to be reckoned with. The team has not only won medals but has also won the admiration of a nation, inspiring a new generation to pick up a racket and dream big.
