Tension at Kumasi High School as Alleged Old Students Attack Coach, Players After OLAG Defeat
Tension reportedly erupted at Kumasi High School after some alleged old students of the school assaulted the football coach and several players following their defeat to Our Lady of Grace Senior High School (OLAG) in the ongoing Ashanti Regional Inter-Schools football competition.
According to available information, the incident occurred shortly after the final whistle, when emotions were still high after the match. The attackers, believed to be old students of Kumasi High School, allegedly confronted the coach and players, leading to a physical assault that disrupted the calm at the venue.
The incident has raised serious concerns among school authorities, sports administrators, and members of the public about rising indiscipline and violence associated with inter-school sporting activities. Many have expressed worry that such acts undermine the core values of school sports, which are meant to promote discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship among students.
Eyewitnesses say the situation created fear and confusion, forcing officials and bystanders to intervene to prevent further escalation. While details about injuries remain unclear, the alleged attack has sparked calls for swift investigations and appropriate sanctions against those involved.
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Education stakeholders and sports enthusiasts are urging school authorities and the Ghana Education Service (GES) to strengthen security measures at inter-school competitions to protect students, coaches, and officials. They also emphasize the need for old students’ associations to exercise restraint and channel their support in a positive and lawful manner.
As of the time of filing this report, Kumasi High School authorities have not issued an official statement on the incident. However, there are growing calls for the Ashanti Regional Education Directorate and competition organizers to probe the matter thoroughly to prevent a recurrence.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of discipline and respect in school sports, as well as the collective responsibility of all stakeholders to ensure that inter-school competitions remain safe and focused on student development rather than violence.
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