Six popular disability sporting entities in Ghana have been awarded sports kits to be used for their activities and competitions.
Madam Ann Marrie. a representative from the Captain Barron Foundation presented the items to several foundations.
The beneficiaries are Mighty Football Club, Ghana Deaf Football Association, Ghana Blind Football Association, Ayawaso CP Football Club, Ghana Amputee Football, Up and Shine Foundation and Special Olympics
The Items donated include jerseys, football boots, bibs and gloves.
She said the Captain Barron Foundation wishes to empower the disability sports entities so that they would be able to compete in their various disciplines.
“We believe in the empowerment of individuals to be able to compete indiscriminately for love, joy and happiness, no matter the obstacles” she expressed.
She noted that they promote resilience and encourage inclusion.
Brentford Football Club donated the items to Barron Foundation for distribution to the various beneficiaries in para-sports.
Mr. Isaac Anaman, a representative from the Captain Barron Foundation said the items were just a token as they promise to make bigger interventions in the future to support the physically challenged sporting heroes.
By Sammy Heywood Okine