The story of tennis in Ghana is a tale of two eras: a legendary past where the nation stood as a global giant, and a present-day struggle to rebuild from the ground up. In the 1990s, the Ghanaian national team, famously known as the Golden Rackets, achieved heights that seem almost mythical by today's standards.
The 2026 Davis Cup qualifying rounds just wrapped up, and if you were following the action across the continent, you know it was a weekend defined by high drama and some seriously gritty performances. Six African nations stepped onto the court with a lot more than just a trophy on the line; they were playing for respect and a spot on the global stage. While the final scores were a bit of a mixed bag, the story beneath the surface is one of a continent that is slowly but surely finding its footing in a sport that has historically been dominated by Europe and the Americas.
This weekend, the heart of global tennis beats with a distinctly African rhythm. From the humid courts of Lagos to the grass fields of Islamabad, six African nations are locked in fierce Davis Cup World Group II Play-off battles. These ties aren't just about winning a match; they represent a crucial stepping stone for a continent striving to make its mark on the international tennis stage.
SUMMERSummer Volunteer Opportunities in Ghana is an offshoot organization of Tennis Foundation Ghana. Tennis Foundation Ghana is a not for Profit Organization that works closely with the Ghana Tennis Federation in providing training and competition Opportunities for Children in Ghana. All Volunteer Work will be done in Accra, the Ghanaian Capital.
