By Foday Moriba Conteh
Babadi Kamara, Chairman of Bo Rangers, demonstrated his commitment to the construction of the Mohamed Kallon Academy by donating 50 bags of rubber granules or black turf pellets to FC Kallon on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. The donation ceremony took place at the Mohamed Kallon Academy in Angola Community in the Western Rural District.
During the handing over, Babadi Kamara praised FC Kallon for their efforts in developing the Academy. He emphasized the importance of infrastructure in football development, highlighting the need for proper facilities to prevent issues during matches.
He underscored his personal connection to Mohamed Kallon and his desire to support the Academy’s construction.
Explaining the purpose of the donation, Babadi Kamara noted that the rubber granules would be used as infill material for an artificial turf adding how the material enhances the softness of the playing surface while preventing sand from rising to the top layer of the pitch.
He presented the donation on behalf of Bo Rangers and football enthusiasts, urging others to contribute to the Academy’s construction.
Babadi Kamara emphasized that their efforts were dedicated to the country’s advancement and not for personal gain and while acknowledging football as an investment, he lamented the lack of commercialization in Sierra Leonean football.
Despite this, he affirmed their commitment to supporting aspiring footballers in pursuing their dreams and bolstering the national team’s success.
Mohamed Kallon, Chairman of FC Kallon, expressed gratitude for Babadi Kamara’s support, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure in football development.
He acknowledged his leadership in spearheading similar initiatives, such as the construction of the Southern Arena, and pledged to follow his example.
Kallon also took the opportunity to condemn recent incidents of violence in football and apologized for any disruptions. He reassured stakeholders that the ongoing construction of the Academy, including the perimeter fence would help mitigate such issues and create a conducive environment for players and officials alike.
