The prestigious 48th edition of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Awards unfolded at the Accra International Conference Centre on Friday, January 12, 2024.

 

Marking the longest-standing event in the nation, this ceremony aimed to recognize and honor the exceptional sportsmen and women who brought immense pride to the country throughout 2023.

 

Gary Al-Smith from The Multimedia Group claimed the coveted title of Sports Journalist of the Year for the remarkable year in review.

 

A standout on both the Black Stars and West Ham United, Mohammed Kudus emerged as the night’s major victor, clinching both the Sports Personality of the Year and the Foreign-based Footballer of the Year accolades.

The 23-year-old successfully defended his titles from the previous edition, surpassing James Dadzie to secure the Sports Personality of the Year award once again.

 

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, serving as the special guest of honor, demonstrated unwavering support for the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Awards. Even before the awards night, he generously contributed GH₵50,000 towards the 48th edition, underscoring his enduring commitment to acknowledging and fostering excellence in Ghanaian sports.

 

Notably, since 2022, Dr. Bawumia has actively endorsed two crucial award categories: Female Footballer of the Year and Sports Journalist of the Year. Winners in these categories were each granted GH₵10,000 from the Vice President’s benevolent contribution.

 

Here is the comprehensive list of the well-deserved winners.

 

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Sports Personality of the Year
Mohammed Kudus

 

Footballer of the Year (Male)
Mohammed Kudus

 

Footballer of the Year (Female)
Princella Adubea

 

Footballer of the Year (Home-based)
Jonathan Sowah – Medeama

 

Footballer of the Year (Female, Home-based)
Comfort Yeboah – Ampem Darkoa Ladies

 

Athlete of the Year (Male)�
James Dadzie

Athlete of the Year (Female)�
Rose Yeboah Amoanimaa

Amateur Boxer of the Year�
Abraham Mensah

Club of the Year�
Medeama SC

Coach of the Year�
Augustine Evans Adotey – Medeama SC

National Team of the Year
Black Challenge (Amputee Team)

Administrator of the Year
Mawuko Afadzinu – Ghana Table Tennis Association

Discovery of the Year�
Evelyn Dzato

Armwrestler of the Year�
Grace Mintah

Table Tennis Player of the Year�
Joanita Borteye – Table Tennis

Tennis Player of the Year�
Abraham Asaba

Volleyball Player of the Year�
Rashaka Katadat – Ghana Army

Swimmer of the Year�
Zaira Forson

Para-Athlete of the Year�
Haruna Tahiru

Dedication and Valour�
Cudjoe Fianoo
Nana Fosu Gyeabour
Agartha Hagan
Joseph Addo

SWAG Top 5 Federations�
Ghana Table Tennis�
Ghana Tennis�
Ghana Boxing Authority�
Ghana Athletics �
Ghana Football Association

Long Service Award
Roseline Amoh
Maurice Quansah
Sammy Haywood Okine
George Kuntu Blankson
Barima Otuo Acheampong

Lifetime Achievement Award�
K Hlodzie – Handball
Rtd Andy Sam – Football

Special and Meritorious Award
Herbert Mensah
Samson Deen
Moses Armah�
Rev. Emmanuel Niiquaye
Nana Opoku Fosu Gyeabour II
Emmanuel Frimpong
Nii Otoo Larkyne
Osei Boakye-Yiadom

Corporate Awards�
Malta Guinness Ghana Limited�
Adamus/Nguvu Mining �
SES HD+�

SWAG President’s Award�
Dr Kwame Kyei – Nations FC
Yaw Ampofo Ankrah

SWAG Journalist of the Year�
Gary Al-Smith