Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee
Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), has challenged baseball athletes to live by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) values of Excellence, Respect, and Friendship.
He urged the athletes to uphold these values during the launch of the 2025 Baseball League in Accra.
The GOC President emphasized the importance of encouraging broader participation by young athletes across all sports disciplines and adhering to the Olympic values. He stated, “The Ghana Olympic Committee is focused on athlete development across the board, and we emphasize that athletes must be guided by the Olympic values.”
He highlighted the transformative power of sports, describing it as a vital tool for youth empowerment and national development.
“Anytime I get the opportunity to be among young athletes, I get excited because sports have done a lot for me personally. Sports have the power to do many great things. Sports can help young people become better human beings — for themselves, their families, and the country,” he noted.
He encouraged players from the various teams to remain engaged in sports, noting that the skills developed would benefit them well beyond their playing days.
Akpokavie congratulated Ernest Danso, President of the Ghana Baseball and Softball Federation, and his team for their dedication to the development of the sport.
The GOC President also gave special mention to Albert Frimpong, a pioneer of baseball and softball in Ghana, acknowledging his personal commitment to the sport.
Present at the launch of the 2025 Baseball League were Bawah Fuseini (Ghana Athletics), Charles Osei Asibey (Ghana Armwrestling), Mohammed Muniru Kassim (GOC Secretary General), Owusu Ansah Asare (Ghana Cricket), and George Owusu Ansah (Sports for All).
