Atlantic Bay Resort has inaugurated a new tennis court at its beach resort located in Prampram.
The weekend event marking the inauguration saw participation from various clubs, including Premier Tennis Club, Regional Maritime Tennis Club, Accra Social Tennis Club, Sorle Lagoon Tennis Club, and M8 Tennis Club from Koforidua.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Vice President of Ghana Tennis Federation, Cedric Dzelu, expressed satisfaction with the facility, hoping it would serve the people of Prampram while fostering greater interest in the sport.
Dr. Fareed Arthur, owner and CEO of Atlantic Bay Resort, highlighted the significance of bringing lawn tennis closer to the people of Prampram.
“We sought to bring sports closer to the community. When initially discussed, many assumed it would be an AstroTurf football pitch. While football is beloved and widely played, there are many sporting talents beyond football. Unlike football, which requires 22 players, tennis can be played with just one, two, or four people, providing more opportunities for talent to shine,’ he explained.
He also emphasized the potential for young talent in Prampram to benefit from the facility. ‘I am sure there are many talented individuals in Prampram whose skills have gone unnoticed due to football’s dominance. So, when the idea arose, I said, ‘Let’s invest in a tennis court that will engage the youth, bring people together, and offer excitement to the growing community in and around Prampram.’ That’s why we undertook this initiative.’
Story: Gabriel Amoakoh