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The Spintex Knights Sporting Club

The Spintex Knights Sporting Club is more than just a basketball team – we are a movement dedicated to elevating Ghanaian basketball to new heights. Founded in 2018, our mission is to develop talent, inspire communities, and compete at the highest levels both locally and internationally. Through our commitment to excellence, we aim to put Ghana on the global basketball map while fostering a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and social impact.

Everybody has talent, but ability takes hard work

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Mission Statement

We are committed to building a strong basketball culture in Ghana and beyond by nurturing talent and promoting community development. Through a focus on commitment, togetherness, and personal growth, we aim to holistically develop our athletes into better people.

Vision

To be a leading force in basketball, recognized locally and internationally for developing not only elite athletes but also empowering individuals to become leaders, role models, and agents of positive change in their communities.

History

Our Journey

Since our inception in December 2018, the Spintex Knights have grown into one of Ghana’s most successful basketball teams. Affiliated with the Greater Accra Basketball Association (GABBA), the Ghana Basketball Association (GBBA), and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), we have consistently competed at the highest levels. From winning multiple Accra Basketball League titles to qualifying for the FIBA/NBA Road to BAL Elite 16 stage, our journey has been marked by hard work, determination, and a passion for the game

Social Impact

At the heart of our basketball program lies a vision that goes far beyond the court. We believe in the transformative power of sports – not just to shape athletes, but to shape lives, build character, and inspire future leaders. Our outreach program is a testament to that belief.

Our team is more than just a group of athletes, we are a family bound by purpose. Through intentional mentorship, discipline, and togetherness, we are seeing real social change happen in the lives of our players. Many come from challenging backgrounds, and for them, basketball has become more than a game, it’s a gateway to opportunity, structure, self belief, and hope.

Each practice, each game, and each conversation is part of a bigger picture. Our players are growing in confidence, developing leadership skills, learning responsibility, and finding their voice. As they grow, they become positive role models in their communities, examples of what focus, support, and resilience can achieve.

Outreach Program

When we visit institutions, we go in not just to play, but to pour into the next generation. Through our mentorship sessions, our players share their personal stories, real and relatable. Students see that success is possible, that obstacles can be overcome, and that there is value in staying focused and dreaming big.

Our outreach program is built on three pillars: Mentorship, Skill Development, and Community Engagement.

Mentorship: We create spaces where students can hear real-life stories of transformation. Players from our team speak about how the game has impacted them, not just in terms of athletic performance, but personal growth, spiritual development, and life perspective.

Skill Development: We run practical sessions to teach basketball fundamentals, foster togetherness, and encourage healthy competition. These clinics are not only about the sport but also about discipline, collaboration, and goal-setting.

Community Engagement: We end our visits with friendly games, fun but purposeful. These moments allow students to interact directly with our players, staff, and management, experience sportsmanship firsthand, and feel the excitement of being part of something bigger than themselves.

We have already visited Ghana Christian International High School and Vine Christian School, and we’re staying connected with them. The response from both students and staff has been overwhelmingly positive. The schools see the value of what we’re doing, and the students are left inspired, not just to play better, but to live better!

This is just the beginning. Our dream is to take this outreach program to more schools across the country, spreading a message of purpose, possibility, and excellence. We’re building not just better athletes, but better people. And in doing so, we believe we are shaping a better future for our communities through sports.

If you’d like to partner with us, support our mission, or invite us to your school, we’d love to connect, reach out to us! Together, we can keep inspiring lives.

Meet Our Leadership

Behind every successful team is a dedicated group of leaders and coaches. Our management and coaching staff bring years of experience and passion to the Spintex Knights:

Dr. Eric Opoku Antwi

Co-founder & President

Dr. Eric Opoku Antwi

Mr. Eli Bedzrah

Co-Founder & Vice President

Mr. Eli Bedzrah

Selorm Thomas

Head Coach

Selorm Thomas

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