Legacy Rise Sports: Sharaf Mahama launches sports management company
Legacy Rise Sports was officially launched over the weekend with a grand event that brought together some of Ghana’s most revered sports personalities and a passionate audience, all in support of a new era in sports promotion and management in the country.
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Guests were treated to an exhilarating evening of boxing bouts, featuring some of the nation’s most promising young fighters, including Abu Kamoko, Thomas Ayanatoya, Kevin Carter, and Samuel Lartey. Abu Kamoko and Kevin Carter, both managed by Legacy Rise Sports, showcased the company’s commitment to nurturing and promoting talent.
Among the distinguished attendees were Azumah Nelson, Stephen Appiah, Anthony Baffoe, Fatau Dauda, and Joseph Prince Agbeko, among others, who expressed their excitement about the company’s mission to discover and develop local talent.
In addition to the action-packed boxing matches, the audience was entertained by electrifying performances from Sherifa Gunu and Olivetheboy. The fusion of sports and entertainment created an unforgettable atmosphere, setting the tone for what Legacy Rise Sports aims to achieve in the coming years.
A vision for the future
Speaking at the event, the CEO of Legacy Rise Sports, Mr. Sharaf Mahama, shared the company’s vision for the future. “At Legacy Rise Sports, we are driven by a vision to elevate sports to new heights while using it as a powerful tool for social change. Our mission is clear: to identify and nurture local talent, provide them with the opportunities they need to succeed, and promote Ghanaian sports and culture on the global stage,” he said.
The company’s approach to sports management and promotion involves not only identifying and nurturing talent but also providing athletes with the necessary tools and opportunities to succeed both on and off the field. Legacy Rise Sports is set to offer services ranging from talent management and promotion to securing high-profile opportunities and building athletes’ personal brands.
A call for support
Mr. Mahama called on individuals, organizations, and institutions to support the company’s activities. “To achieve our vision, we need the continued support of individuals, organizations, and institutions that share our commitment to youth empowerment, community development, and the promotion of sports. Your involvement, whether through partnerships, sponsorships, or simply spreading the word, is crucial to the success of our initiatives,” he stated.
In recognition of his remarkable contribution to the development of boxing in Ghana, Mr. Mahama was honored with a boxing belt by the Ghana Boxing Association (GBA).
