Ghana delivered an outstanding performance at the CAVB Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Championship, returning home with medals in multiple categories and securing qualification for the continental championship after finishing second overall.
The country’s biggest success came in the men’s doubles event, where Paul and Hameed produced a series of dominant performances to win the gold medal. The pair sealed the title with a convincing straight-sets victory over Benin, displaying excellent teamwork, composure and technical quality throughout the tournament.
In the women’s doubles competition, Benedicta and Julie also enjoyed an impressive campaign, advancing to the final before settling for the silver medal. Although they were beaten by hosts Nigeria, the Ghanaian duo earned praise for their resilience and consistency.
The men’s team competition between Ghana and Nigeria produced one of the most thrilling contests of the championship.
Nigeria’s first pair recovered from losing the opening set 20-22 to defeat Ghana I 2-1, taking the next two sets 21-14 and 15-13.
Ghana responded through its second pair, who defeated Nigeria II in straight sets, 21-16, 23-21, to level the tie and force a decisive golden set.
With the title on the line, the hosts held their nerve to edge Ghana 15-13 in the winner-takes-all golden set, claiming the Zone 3 men’s team title before their home supporters.
Nigeria also won the women’s team competition, with Ghana finishing second to round off another successful championship.
