In the fast-paced world of table tennis, where the intensity of the game meets the precision of the referee’s call, Ghana’s Richmond Aguiar is a true African gem.
His journey from his childhood passion for the sport to becoming an international certified referee is nothing short of inspiring.
Aguiar, a name now synonymous with table tennis officiating excellence among fans of the sport, is a table tennis referee from Ghana with a tremendous love for the game.
Being a passionate fan of table tennis himself, he discovered this love for the game at a young age. The rhythmic ping pong of the ball and the quick exchanges between the players captured his heart and ignited a passion that would shape his life.
Over the years, Richmond’s dedication to table tennis led him to pursue his dream of becoming a referee for this beautiful sport. His unwavering dedication is evident in his impressive record of refereeing in many local and international tournaments.
In particular, Richmond’s journey to international recognition reached a major milestone when he officiated at the International Table Tennis Federation Junior World Championship (Open) and the ITTF/AFRICA JURISDICTION Cadet Championship, where he proudly refereed Ghana’s under-21 first match against England.
This momentous occasion marked a turning point in Richmond’s career and he continued to work tirelessly to enhance his expertise.
In November 2022, Richmond achieved another major milestone by earning his International Umpiring (IU) certificate, a testament to his unwavering commitment and knowledge of the sport.
His dedication to the craft paid off as he soon found himself at the World Table Tennis Championships (WTTC) West Africa Regional Championship where he officiated the thrilling Men’s Final between Nigeria and Ivory Coast. His presence at such a major event cemented his reputation as an outstanding referee on the international stage.
Aguiar was selected as the sole representative of Ghana, along with referees from Botswana and Ethiopia, to referee the ITTF Fa20 Valuejet Lagos Para Open 2023. This event featured only three foreign referees, highlighting his exceptional talent and dedication Richmond.
All these feats did not result from his single effort. The Ghana Table Tennis Federation has played a huge role in all of this.
Prominent figures in the field such as Mr. Mawuko M Afadzinu, the President of the Federation, Charles Tachie-Menson Jnr, Deputy Technical Director, William Asare Berekorang, Treasurer of the Federation, Anthony Owusu-Ansah the National Team coach have played roles . in shaping Aguiar’s course.
Richmond is expected to participate in the upcoming All Africa matches and is also set to be scheduled for several upcoming continental and international tournaments.
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