Ghana U-15 Girls: Five youngsters to watch after African Schools Football Championship success

Ghana's U-15 Girls National Team achieved great success at the 2025 CAF African Schools Football Championship. The tournament ended on Saturday, April 26.

Head coach Joyce Boatey-Agyei and assistant Sandra Boakye led the team. The Black Damsels won gold by defeating Uganda in the finals. They also received a $300,000 cash prize.

This competition was for players aged 15 and under. It highlighted the importance of early talent development.

Ghana hosted the tournament, which showcased young African players. Fans enjoyed watching exciting matches at the University of Ghana Stadium.

Joy Sports highlights five standout players from Ghana's team who could become stars in the future.

Jennifer Awuku

Jennifer Awuku was named Best Player of the Competition. Despite being shy, she made headlines with her performance.

She scored three goals in five games during the tournament. Her journey began with a winning goal against Morocco in Ghana's first match.

Jennifer expressed pride in scoring for her country and making her parents proud. She consistently threatened defenders while playing on the wings.

Hajara Adam

Captain Hajara Adam led from defense and represented her country well. She played right-back and felt comfortable in that position.

Her highlight was scoring an impressive long-range free-kick against South Africa. Hajara contributed to four clean sheets and was a constant threat to opponents.

Her strong performance will surely elevate her career after this championship.

Mavis Koah

Mavis Koah also deserves recognition for her contributions to the team. Calm and composed, she played a crucial role as a center-back.

Mavis helped maintain four clean sheets over five games. The team's performance dipped when she left due to injury during a match against South Africa.

She wasn't afraid to challenge opponents and showed leadership on defense.

Belinda Kpentey

Belinda Kpentey is another key player known for creativity on the field. Often wearing No.10, she excelled as both an attacking midfielder and winger during the tournament.

Belinda scored twice and adapted well to different roles throughout the competition. Her ability to create opportunities led to many goals for Ghana.

She is destined for stardom, and fans can expect to hear more about her soon.

Mary Kumah

Defensive midfielder Mary Kumah stood out despite often being overlooked in that role. She became a fan favorite throughout the tournament, earning praise for her playstyle.

Nicknamed "Mohammed Kudus" due to her jersey number, Mary excelled at starting buildups and breaking down attacks. She started every game for Ghana without scoring but was vital to their success.

Honorable mentions go to Christiana Ashiaku, Esther Kissiwaa, and Daniella Abass for their contributions as well.