GBF COMPLETES FIRST PHASE OF 2026 NATIONAL INDIVIDUAL AMATEUR BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP
The Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) has successfully concluded the first major phase of the 2026 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship, following the completion of the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
After a total of 93 bouts, finalists have now been confirmed in almost every weight division, marking a significant milestone in the tournament’s mission to identify boxers for the reconstitution of Ghana’s elite national teams — the Black Bombers and Black Rockets.
The championship has drawn strong participation from boxing clubs across the country, further highlighting the growing depth, competitiveness, and rising standards within Ghana’s amateur boxing landscape.
From the preliminary stages through to the semifinals, athletes produced disciplined and high-intensity performances, narrowing the field to those now set to compete for national honours, recognition, and potential selection into the next generation of Ghana’s national boxing squads.
Top Clubs Shine on the Road to the Finals
Several clubs distinguished themselves with consistent performances throughout the competition.
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Wisdom Boxing Gym emerged as the standout team, sending five boxers into the finals — including both contenders in the Light Welterweight (63.5kg) division.
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Sea View Boxing Gym followed closely with four finalists across multiple weight categories.
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Black Panthers Boxing Club secured three finalists, maintaining a strong presence from the early rounds.
Other clubs also enjoyed notable campaigns:
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Seconds Out, Charles Quartey, and Jamestown Boxing Clubs each produced two finalists.
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Will Power, Akotoku, Fit Square, and Sonia Boxing Clubs all contributed one finalist apiece, underlining the broad spread of talent across Ghana’s boxing community.
Confirmed Finals Match-Ups
The championship finals, scheduled for the third weekend of February, are as follows:
Light Flyweight (48kg)
Daniel Amoo (Sea View)
vs
Lionel Owoo (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
Flyweight (51kg)
George Dowuona (Will Power)
vs
Ibrahim Doku (Black Panthers)
Bantamweight (54kg)
Caleb Mensah (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Mathias Ashitey (Black Panthers)
Featherweight (57kg)
Amadu Mohammed (Sea View)
vs
Reginald Lamptey (C.Q.B.F)
Lightweight (60kg)
James Okoe (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Ebenezer Ankrah (Black Panthers)
Light Welterweight (63.5kg)
Henry Owusu (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Abdul Wahid Omar (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
Welterweight (67kg)
To Be Decided
Light Middleweight (71kg)
Solomon Sackey (Akotoku)
vs
Zakari Kamoko (Sea View)
Middleweight (75kg)
Khalid (Fit Square)
vs
Desmond Pappoe (Jamestown Boxing Club)
Light Heavyweight (81kg)
Mubarak Amarh (Seconds Out)
vs
Abdul Wahab (Sonia)
Cruiserweight (86kg)
Dennis John Dugbenu (Seconds Out)
vs
Bernard Kotey (Sea View)
Super Heavyweight (92kg+)
Isaac Asiedu (C.Q.B.F)
vs
Daniel Plange (Jamestown Boxing Club)
67kg Division Still Pending
The Welterweight (67kg) division could not be concluded due to time constraints. Four boxers remain in contention after reaching the semifinal stage:
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Precious Akai Nettey
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Robert Tagoe
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Issah Okine
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Robert Lokko
Their bouts are expected to be rescheduled ahead of the finals.
With 93 contests fought to reach this stage, the championship has reinforced the physical and technical demands of national-level boxing. Fans and officials have praised both the quality of competition and the improved organization, as attention now shifts to the finals — where national titles and immediate opportunities for selection into the reconstituted Black Bombers will be on the line.
Compiled by: Charles Jojo Ephson & Sarah Lotus Asare
GBF Media