The much-anticipated 2025 Ashanti Regional Super Zonals Athletics Competition kicks off today at the iconic Kumasi Baba Yara Sports Stadium, making Kumasi the prime hub for athletics in the country.
This prestigious competition, which garners massive attention nationwide, is set to showcase the region’s top talents in both the boys’ and girls’ divisions, with schools across Ashanti vying for supremacy.
Boys’ Division: A Fierce Battle for Supremacy
In the boys’ division, all eyes will be on Prempeh College, the defending champions.
After a long 13-year drought, Prempeh College broke their title-less streak in 2019, and now they are determined to defend their crown with vigor. However, a tough challenge awaits them from
Opoku Ware School, a school with an impressive nine titles under their belt.
Opoku Ware’s last victory came in 2008, and they are eager to reclaim their dominance in this year’s competition.
Another school to watch out for is T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School, whose athletes have been making waves in the region.
Their performance this year will be closely scrutinized as they seek to upset the traditional powerhouses and make their mark in the competition.
Girls’ Division: St. Louis Looking for a Hat-Trick of Wins
In the girls’ division, St. Louis Senior High School will be aiming for a third consecutive title after their last victory in 2019.
The team’s recent success has made them a formidable force in the competition, and they are eager to extend their winning streak.
However, it hasn’t always been smooth sailing for St. Louis, after missing out on qualifying between 2010 and 2015, their return to prominence has been nothing short of impressive.
The competition in the girls’ division will also be fierce, with Kumasi Girls’ School, Yaa Asantewaa, and Kumasi Wesley Girls all poised to challenge for the title.
These schools have consistently produced top-tier athletes and are ready to stake their claim in this year’s Super Zonals.
The Ashanti Regional Super Zonals has become one of the most followed and highly anticipated sporting events in the country.
It serves as a key platform for young athletes to showcase their skills, with many looking to make their mark in front of a large audience.
Schools across the region are well-prepared, and the competition promises to be as thrilling as ever.
As the competition unfolds at the Kumasi Baba Yara Sports Stadium, the excitement will continue to build, with athletes and fans alike anticipating the next chapter in the region’s rich athletic tradition.
Whether in the boys’ or girls’ division, the 2025 Ashanti Regional Super Zonals is sure to be a memorable event that will continue to shape the future of athletics in the region.
