By: Mohamed Abu Conteh
Young Male and female basketball players in Sierra Leone have an exciting opportunity to hone their skills under the guidance of Olympian Hafsatu Kamara.
The decorated athlete, who represented Sierra Leone at the 2016 Rio Olympics, is teaming up with the National Olympic Committee and the Basketball Federation to organize a 3×3 basketball training camp specifically for girls and boys aged 14 to 17.
The camp, scheduled for December 21st at the YSC Complex in Freetown, aims to provide aspiring young players with valuable training, mentorship, and a chance to develop their passion for the sport.
Kamara, a seasoned campaigner with international experience, will share her knowledge and expertise, inspiring the next generation of Sierra Leonean basketball talent.
3×3 basketball, a fast-paced and dynamic variant of the traditional game, has gained immense popularity in recent years.
Its inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics further boosted its profile, making it an attractive platform for young athletes to showcase their skills and compete on a global stage.
This training camp, supported by the National Olympic Committee and the Basketball Federation, underscores their commitment to developing grassroots basketball in Sierra Leone, particularly among young girls.
By providing access to quality coaching and training facilities, the organizers hope to nurture future stars who can represent the country on the international stage.
Hafsatu Kamara’s initiative is not only about basketball; it’s about empowering young women and fostering a love for sports.
Her dedication to giving back to her community serves as an inspiration to all aspiring athletes in Sierra Leone.
Speaking to Journalists Hafsatu Kamara said the initiative is to help build on athletes and promote them in achieve their dreams in Basketball at international level.
She affirmed that, representing Sierra Leone is first in her priority going forward, because for any athletes in any country he or her wish is to put on the Country’s colors at the international stage.
This news promises to be a highlight for the local sports scene, and the Media will be there to capture all the action!
Spread the word among young female basketball players in your community and encourage them to participate in this transformative training camp.
Together, let’s celebrate Hafsatu Kamara’s initiative and support the development of female basketball in Sierra Leone.
