Ghana Rowing and Canoeing Association is the umbrella body that governs and promotes rowing and canoeing in Ghana.[1] The association is headquartered in Accra.[1] The association promotes the sport of canoeing by organizing courses and competitions for interest participants.[2] Through such competitions, the association is able to select winners to participate in international tournaments.[2]
| Sport | Rowing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1990 |
| Affiliation | International Rowing Federation |
 | |
Executive board edit
The association has the following executives:
- President - Francis Decland
Vice President - Kamal Sulley
- Immediate past president - Hon. Jonathan Nii Tackie Kommey (M.P)[3]
- Secretary General - Saka Acquaye[1]
Competitions edit
The association has sent competing teams to major competitions including:[3]
- 2009 All African Games held in Ivory Coast.
- 2009 West African Canoe Kayak Championship
Donations edit
The Association received a fleet of boats from FISA to aid in the development of rowing and canoeing in the country.[4]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Ghana Rowing & Canoe Association". www.canoeicf.com. Archived from the original on 16 August 2012. Retrieved 9 April 2013.
- ^ a b "Canoe Sprint – a Growing Sport in Ghana". www.canoeicf.com. Archived from the original on 5 September 2013. Retrieved 9 April 2013.
- ^ a b "Ghana, Canoe and Kayak competition?". atacmag.com. Retrieved 9 April 2013.
- ^ "World Cup Feature: Ghana's international rowing athlete". www.worldrowing.com. Retrieved 2013-04-10.