By: Mohamed Abu Conteh
Sierra Leone Aquatics has recorded a major milestone as World Aquatics officially approves a prestigious training scholarship for promising swimmer Moses Sahr Yongai under the Aqua Olympics Support Program (AOSP).
The scholarship will see Moses relocate to Bahrain for an intensive two-year high-performance training program running through 2028.
This opportunity marks a significant step in strengthening athlete development pathways within Sierra Leone aquatics and reinforces growing international confidence in the country’s swimming potential.
The Aqua Olympics Support Program (AOSP) is designed to identify and nurture talented athletes from developing federations by providing world-class coaching, exposure, and competitive opportunities. For Moses, this scholarship represents not only personal advancement but also a national breakthrough.
His selection highlights his discipline, resilience, and commitment to excellence in the pool, while reflecting the strategic efforts of Sierra Leone Aquatics to position its athletes on the global stage through structured development programs and international partnerships.
Members of the aquatics community have described the scholarship as a proud and defining moment one that signals brighter prospects ahead for the sport in Sierra Leone.
As Moses embarks on this life-changing journey, the nation stands firmly behind him, confident that he will return stronger, faster, and ready to raise the Sierra Leone flag high in future international competitions.
Congratulations to Moses Sahr Yongai and the entire aquatics family on this remarkable accomplishment.