Asamoah Gyan has commissioned an astro turf pitched for his former school, Accra Academy. The Asamoah Gyan Sports Centre, as it is known aims to help Ghana as a whole and students of Accra Academy in particular to train well and excel well in sports.
Commissioning the $200,000 Astro Turf at the school’s compound at Bubiashie near Kaneshie in Accra, Isaac Asiamah, the Sports Minister mentioned that the gesture typifies high level of volunteerism.
As a result, he has called on all to celebrate the Black Stars captain for his exemplary leadership qualities and giving back to his alma mater.
Ex-Ghana internationals were held to a one all draw by Asamoah Gyan XI in the first ever game staged at the Asamoah Gyan Sports Centre on Wednesday under floodlight.
Godwin Attram made history by scoring the maiden goal at the Asamoah Gyan Sports Centre. It was a free kick outside the 18-yard box which was perfectly struck in by the former Olympics attacker in the first half of the game.
However, heading towards the closing minutes of the game substitute for the Asamoah Gyan select side, Dr. Harry drew level for his outfit.
Before kickoff, former President Jerry John Rawlings did the inspection of both teams.
Some of the notable names who featured for former Black Stars were Stephen Baidoo, Afo Doddo, Yaw Acheampong, Ibrahim Tanko, Abukari Damba, Laryea Kingston, etc.
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