Federation Distributes Basketballs to Teams, Boosting Development The Sierra Leone Basketball Federation is continuing to implement practical measures aimed at strengthening basketball development throughout the country. It was reported that, for the first time, the federation had officially distributed Size 7 and Size 6 basketballs directly to teams.  This distribution was cited as a significant milestone in ensuring teams have access to the essential equipment required for training,...

Star Sport Academy is exploring a potential collaboration with Turkish football powerhouse Beşiktaş JK, in what could be a transformative step for youth football development in Sierra Leone. The prospective partnership aims to connect local talent with European football pathways and enhance coaching and technical development. The announcement follows a productive official visit to Istanbul by the academy’s Chairman and Founder, Ing. Yankuba Jusu Tarawally, widely known as “Lux Cee Note.”...

At just 12 years old, Ibrahim Sillah Sesay is turning heads on the football pitches of Makeni not as a player, but as a referee. Known for his confidence and discipline, Ibrahim is redefining leadership in Sierra Leonean youth football. Unlike most children his age, who dream of scoring goals, Ibrahim is focused on enforcing the rules of the game. Officiating a match requires more than knowledge of the laws; it demands composure, courage, and quick decision-making qualities the young referee...