
Ghanaian Sports Funding Under Fire: A Call for Grassroots Investment
Ghanaian Sports Funding Debate: Kevin Taylor Advocates for Grassroots Investment Ghana is facing a discussion on how it allocates resources to its national sports programs. Prominent commentator Kevin Taylor has added his voice, criticizing the current funding model for the Black Stars, Ghana's national soccer team. Taylor argues that a significant portion of the budget allocated to the Black Stars should be redirected to supporting grassroots soccer and athletes with disabilities. "The majority of the money should go down there, not stay up there with those already rich professional players," Taylor stated in a recent video. He emphasized the need to invest in youth and women's leagues, as well as Paralympic sports. He noted that these areas have often been neglected, despite their potential to produce significant talent and results. Taylor's comments are generating discussion in Ghana, raising questions about national priorities and the long-term sustainability of the country's sporting achievements. His call for a more equitable distribution of resources is likely to fuel further debate on the issue.