Otumfuo Smash2 table tennis tournament to be held in Kumasi this weekend
Table Tennis competition in Oseikrom this weekend
The second edition of the Otumfuo Smash II table tennis tournament ended at the Ahinsan Youth Centre, Kumasi on Sunday.
Augustina Baidoo and James Marfo, came tops in the ladies and gentlemen's category respectively in the two-day event, organised by the Ghana Table Tennis Association (GTTA).
The tournament was dubbed: ‘Otumfuo Smash II’ with over 180 players from across the country participating.
Competition was in three categories- Hopes Under-12, Youth Under-19, and Seniors, with both male and female divisions showcasing emerging and experienced talents.
In the Hopes U-12 girls’ category, Lovely Akua emerged victorious after defeating Sheila Akolgo 3–2 in a closely contested final with scores of 11-8, 9-11, 11-5, and 11-9.
In the boys’ division, Emmanuel Azu claimed the title after beating Ransford Antwi 3–1 with scores of 11-6, 13-11, 8-11, and 11-5.
The Youth U-19 girls’ division saw Joanita Borteye dominate Emmanuella Yaa Kyere to register a straight 3–0 victory (11-3, 11-3, and 11-5).
In the boys’ category, Israel Aklie also secured a convincing 3–0 win over Frederick Mensah with scores of 11-9, 11-4, and 11-9.
The Senior category produced thrilling matches as several experienced players returned to competitive action after a long break.
In the women’s final, two-time Sheroes champion, Augustina Baidoo, edged fellow two-time champion, Cynthia Kwabi, in a tense 3–2 victory to claim the title.
Baidoo had earlier defeated Joanita Borteye 3–2 in the semi-finals to book her place in the final.
Eva Adom Amankwah and Joanita Borteye secured third and fourth places.
In the men’s Senior division, the 2025 SWAG Table Tennis Player of the Year, James Marfo, defeated Francis Antwi 3–1 in a hard-fought final with scores of 9-11, 12-10, 12-10, and 12-10 to be crowned champion.
Winners and runners-up in the various categories received prizes from the organisers in recognition of their outstanding performances.
Credit: SheSports360
