By: Ebenezer Nii Otoe Bruce-Tagoe

In a moment that signals both ambition and clarity of purpose, Ghana Skate, under the steady leadership of President Johnson Kwaku Gameli Kportufe, is accelerating its long-term vision to place Ghanaian skateboarding firmly on the world stage. With the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games drawing closer, the federation has intensified its technical, structural, and developmental agenda, an effort underscored by a recent high-level engagement with the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC).

This meeting, marked by unity and strategic alignment, reaffirmed a shared national commitment: to nurture athletes who can compete with confidence among the world’s elite. At the center of this rising momentum is Harmoni Bataka, the promising talent whose story embodies Ghana Skate’s Olympic aspirations.

Currently undergoing advanced coaching training in the United States, Harmoni is sharpening her craft with discipline and purpose, absorbing the technical sophistication and competitive insight that only the global skateboarding ecosystem can provide. Every session, every drill, and every challenge moves her a step closer to becoming Ghana’s breakthrough figure on the Olympic stage.

Through its strengthened partnership with the GOC, Ghana Skate is ensuring that Harmoni receives not only the resources she needs, but also the institutional belief that fuels champions. This support framework stands as a testament to a broader national movement, one determined to unlock new athletic frontiers.

As preparations intensify, Ghana Skate’s vision extends beyond a single athlete or a single Games. It is building a pathway, inspiring a generation, and asserting Ghana’s place in the dynamic, fast-evolving world of Olympic skateboarding.

Dakar 2026 is on the horizon. Los Angeles 2028 awaits. And Ghana Skate is riding toward the future with purpose, discipline, and unmistakable momentum.