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The University of Ghana Stadium will host the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Region II seniors championships next week.
The two-day meet, scheduled for June 4 and 5, will have all 14 countries in the ECOWAS sub-region converging in Accra to compete in the event.
The championships serve as an Olympic Games qualifier for Paris 2024.
There will be a rematch of the heart-stopping moments witnessed during the African Games at the venue earlier this year, with record-breaking performances, and unforgettable displays of speed, strength, and agility expected.
The crème de la crème of athletes from Ghana, Nigeria, Togo, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Liberia, Gambia, Niger, Burkina Faso, Sierra Leone and other countries in the region will converge on the Legon stadium, each fueled by a burning desire to emerge victorious and claim the coveted title of Regional Champion.
The atmosphere is expected to be electric, with fans from across the region cheering on their heroes and heroines as they battle for supremacy.
Ghana, renowned for its rich athletic heritage, has spared no effort in ensuring a world-class experience for athletes, officials, and spectators alike.
The Local Organising Committee (LOC), inaugurated a few weeks ago has promised well organised event
"We are proud to host this prestigious event and showcase the best of Ghanaian hospitality," Chairman of the LOC, Dr. Kwame Baah-Nuakoh stated.
"Our team has worked tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience, and we can't wait to witness the region's best athletes in action."
The championships will feature sprint and distance races, hurdles and relays, jumps, and throws.
Fans can expect non-stop action, drama, and excitement as the region's finest athletes push themselves to the limit in pursuit of glory.
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