Ghana won bronze in boys 3×3 basketball and table tennis at the ongoing African Schools Games in Algeria.
Team Ghana delivered a thrilling performance to defeat host nation Algeria 16-14 in the third-place game in the basketball competition.
In a tightly contested match held at Plage Rizzi Amor in Annaba, the Ghanaian side held their nerve to edge out the Algerians, showcasing resilience, teamwork, and tactical discipline.
The victory marks a significant achievement for Ghana in the inaugural edition of the continental multi-sport event, which brings together top student-athletes from across Africa to compete in various disciplines.
Ghana’s path to the bronze included a hard-fought semifinal loss to The Gambia, but the team bounced back impressively to claim a podium finish.
This medal adds to Ghana’s growing success at the Games, with commendable performances across badminton, boxing, table tennis, and other disciplines.
In the table tennis event,
Ghana’s Michael Mensah Agyapong beat Anas Mechergui of Tunisia 3-1 to grab bronze for the country.
