Ghana Olympic Committee Names Richmond Quarcoo Chef de Mission for 2028 Los Angeles Games
Richmond Quarcoo, a veteran sports administrator and GOC board member, has been appointed Chef de Mission for Ghana’s delegation to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
In Brief
- •Richmond Quarcoo, a veteran sports administrator and GOC board member, has been appointed Chef de Mission for Ghana’s delegation to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
- •Quarcoo brings extensive experience, having served as General Team Manager at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and as Chef de Mission at the 2014 Africa Youth Games and 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games.
- •His roles also include President of the Ghana Squash Association, former President of the Ghana Table Tennis Association, and Vice President of the Ghana Triathlon Association.
- •The appointment was announced by the Ghana Olympic Committee on 30 September 2026.
- •Quarcoo will oversee the delegation’s preparation, welfare, logistics and participation at the Games.
Why It Matters
The appointment of a seasoned administrator underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening its Olympic delegation’s leadership and operational readiness for the 2028 Games. Quarcoo’s broad background across multiple sports and previous Olympic‑related roles positions him to navigate the complex demands of international competition, potentially enhancing Ghana’s performance and athlete support on the world stage.
Key Details
- Appointed Chef de Mission
- Richmond Quarcoo
- Event
- 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games
- GOC Board Member
- Richmond Quarcoo
- Previous Olympic Roles
- General Team Manager (2014 Commonwealth Games), Chef de Mission (2014 Africa Youth Games, 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games)
- Date of Appointment
- 2026-09-30
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