Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has stressed the crucial role of a well-functioning management committee in the success of Ghana’s national teams, specifically the Black Stars.
Speaking on the significance of these committees, Pappoe highlighted the need for dedicated personnel to handle various essential duties.
“Take a deep look at the functions of a well-functioning management committee, and you will realize that they are absolutely crucial to the running of our national team and the success of our game,” Pappoe said in an audio aired on Pure FM.
He noted that scepticism surrounding management committees often arises when some fail to perform efficiently. “I think people tend to have doubts when they look at some committees that are not very functional or are not performing well,” he added.
Pappoe outlined the vital responsibilities of these committees, including organizing and planning, handling travel and accommodation logistics, providing counselling, and ensuring a robust support system for both players and the coaching staff. He also emphasized their role as a key link between the national team, the GFA, and even the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
“I believe the duties of the management committee include organizing and planning, handling travel, accommodation, logistics, and counseling, acting as an effective support system for the players and coaching staff, and serving as a strong link between the team, the GFA, and the ministry to some extent. So if we are serious, we need committed people to take on these responsibilities.”
His comments come at a time when the performance and efficiency of Black Stars management committees have been a subject of discussion, with many calling for reforms to enhance the effectiveness of these bodies.
Meanwhile, the GFA has appointed a new Black Stars managemnet committee to steer the affiars of the senior men’s national team. The appointees include, Dr. Randy Abbey as the committee chairman, Stephen Appiah as the vice chairman, and members Samuel Aboabire, Richard Nsenkyire, and Moses Armah.
