The Graphic Sports, Ghana’s most authoritative sports news brand, has unveiled its upcoming Sports Personality of the Month and Sports Personality of the Year awards initiative as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, marking a new chapter in its storied legacy of championing Ghanaian sports.
The awards aim to shine a spotlight on athletes, coaches and sports figures who have not only excelled in their fields but have also inspired the nation and put Ghana on the global map.
From thrilling performances on the pitch to ground-breaking achievements on the track, these awards will honour excellence, dedication and national pride in monthly awards, which will culminate in the Sports Personality of the Year awards gala.
Legacy of excellence
Since its first publication as the third newspaper from the Graphic Communications Group stable (after the flagship Daily Graphic, and The Mirror) in 1985, the Graphic Sports has been the heartbeat of sports journalism in Ghana.
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Over the last four decades, it has documented iconic moments and shaped the narratives of the country’s sporting heroes.
As it celebrates this remarkable milestone, this initiative cements the brand’s legacy by creating a distinguished awards platform, acknowledging extraordinary performances on a monthly and annual basis.
The awards will culminate in a high-profile ceremony, where the year’s finest will be crowned with the coveted Graphic Sports Personality of the Year award, solidifying its status as Ghana’s premier sporting honour.
“For 40 years, Graphic Sports has been at the forefront of sports journalism in Ghana, chronicling historic moments, celebrating the achievements of our athletes and shaping narratives.
As we celebrate this milestone, we are taking our commitment a step further by launching these awards to honour those who continue to inspire us with their talent, hard work and passion for sports,” the Managing Director of Graphic Communications Group Ltd, Ato Afful, said.
Selection process
A high-profile panel consisting of seasoned sports journalists, analysts and former athletes will be formed to evaluate nominees based on three key criteria — Athletic Performance (competitive achievements in both local and international events), Consistency & Impact (Influence on their sport, media engagement, and contribution to national pride), and Leadership & Sportsmanship (Their role in inspiring the next generation and upholding the highest standards of professionalism).
The monthly winners will contend for the ultimate accolade — the Graphic Sports Personality of the Year award.
The prestigious title will be awarded based on a combination of expert panel votes (60 per cent) and public participation (40 per cent), with fans being encouraged to cast their votes via Graphic Sports’ print and digital platforms.
In the coming days, the first-ever Sports Personality of the Month will be announced, with sports fans voting for their favourite athletes based on the set criteria through the Graphic Sports’ print and digital platforms.
The awards will be climaxed with a star-studded gala night as the highlight of the Graphic Sports’ 40th anniversary celebrations.
The event will bring together sporting icons, industry leaders and key stakeholders to celebrate Ghana’s sporting heroes of the last four decades.
The first Sports Personality of the Month winner will be announced soon, and fans are being urged to get involved by nominating and voting for their favourite athletes.
Whether a football hero, a boxing champion, or a rising star in athletics, this is a great chance for sports enthusiasts to have their say and celebrate the best of Ghanaian sports.
“We are particularly excited about this milestone as the most trusted voice in Ghanaian sports journalism. This initiative is more than just a recognition of individual achievement.
“It is both a celebration of 40 years of unrivalled sports journalism and a platform to honour those who embody excellence, dedication and impact in sports.
It is also about inspiring the next generation to dream big, work hard, and achieve greatness,” the Graphic Sports Editor, Maurice Quansah, who revealed that other key initiatives to mark the 40th anniversary would be unveiled shortly, explained.
