Inter School Sports Association - ISSA

River gee County to close to Liberia football Association, Inter School Sports Association U15 grassroots school league

Sinoe County kicked start Liberia football Association Inter School Sports Association U15 grassroots school league. Meet participating schools.

Bopolu Central Elementary School Crowned Champions in Gbarpolu

Bopolu Central Elementary School has emerged as champions of the 2026 Inter-School Competition in Gbarpolu County.

In a dramatic final, Bopolu clinched the trophy with a thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Bishop Stephen T.Y. Benda United Pentecostal School, following a 1-1 draw in regular time.

The tournament is part of the grassroots school football initiative organized by the Liberia Football Association (LFA) in collaboration with the Inter-School Sports Association (ISSA).

The competition is currently being held across 15 counties, with Grand Bassa and Rivercess already completing their respective editions.

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ISSA Inducts New Leadership with Defined Portfolios in Ganta

Ganta, Nimba County — The Inter School Sports Association (ISSA) over the weekend held a colorful induction ceremony for its newly elected national leadership in the city of Ganta. The event took place at the Ganta Assembly of God Church, attracting stakeholders, athletes, and supporters from across the country.

The ceremony formally ushered into office a new leadership team with clearly defined portfolios aimed at strengthening the administration of inter-school sports in Liberia.

Inducted officials and their positions are as follows:

Evan B. Somah — President

Melton Yoko — Vice President for Administration

Christopher Nlynder — Vice President for Operations

Trobleh Johnson — Vice President for Technical Affairs

Lovette Awode — Vice President for International Affairs

Amie Wesseh — Vice President for Women Affairs

Dyric S. Payway — Secretary General

Joseph S. Boakai — Treasurer

James Diamond Blamo — Deputy Secretary General

Additionally, an Advisory Board was constituted and inducted to provide oversight and strategic guidance to the association. Members and their roles include:

Gar Zepu — Chairperson

V. Murvee Gray — Co-Chairperson

Erika Cooper Howard — Member

In his remarks, President Somah thanked the Nimba County chapter of ISSA for hosting the induction ceremony and urged them to continue their commendable work in advancing school sports.

“We will not sleep,” he emphasized, assuring that his administration will work tirelessly to ensure that school sports across Liberia remain credible, accessible, and supportive of young athletes.

He also extended appreciation to key partners including the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Liberia Football Association, along with other federations and associations that continue to support ISSA’s mission.

President Somah concluded by expressing heartfelt gratitude to the Ganta Assembly of God Church for hosting the event, noting that their support contributed significantly to the success of the ceremony.

The induction marks the beginning of a new era for ISSA, as the newly installed leadership takes up the responsibility of promoting and developing inter-school sports throughout Liberia.

Buchanan Open Bible School U-15 Crowned Champions of LFA–ISSA Special Tournament

Buchanan Open Bible School’s Under-15 team has emerged as champions of the LFA–Inter School Sports Association (ISSA) U-15 Special Tournament, following a thrilling 6–5 penalty shootout victory over Buchanan Wesley Institute (BWI) in the grand final.

The exciting three-day tournament, hosted at the Doris Williams Sports Stadium in Buchanan, brought together 16 schools from different academic institutions across Grand Bassa County. The competition has been widely described as a historic and long-awaited initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots football development among school students.

Open Bible School advanced to the final in impressive fashion, recording four consecutive victories on their way to the championship match. However, the final proved to be a tough contest as they were held to a goalless draw by Buchanan Wesley Institute, forcing the title to be decided through a penalty shootout.

In the tense shootout, both teams successfully converted their first three penalties. Open Bible missed their fourth attempt, but BWI failed to capitalize on the opportunity. Open Bible quickly regrouped and eventually sealed a dramatic 6–5 victory, sparking celebrations among their players, supporters, and school community.

This triumph further strengthens Buchanan Open Bible School’s reputation as one of the leading forces in school football in Grand Bassa County, continuing a proud tradition of excellence that has made the institution one of the most respected and competitive programs in the region.

Grand Bassa fixtures

The school U15 continues around the country.

The Inter School Sports Association (ISSA) proudly extends its appreciation and recognition to our Vice President for Administration, Mr. Melton Yoko, for his able and distinguished representation of the Association at the Extra-Ordinary Session of the Liberia Football Association (LFA) held yesterday at its headquarters.

Mr. Yoko’s presence and participation at this high-level session underscore ISSA’s growing relevance and active role within the national football ecosystem. His engagement reflects our commitment to collaboration, governance, and the advancement of school sports as a critical pillar of football development in Liberia.

This milestone further affirms that ISSA is not only a stakeholder but an integral part of national football decision-making. We commend Mr. Yoko for his leadership and dedication, and we look forward to continued constructive engagement for the benefit of school sports and football nationwide.

INTER SCHOOL SPORTS ASSOCIATION (ISSA)
MARGIBI COUNTY INTER-SCHOOL LEAGUE 2025/2026

The Inter School Sports Association (ISSA) Margibi County Chapter has officially kicked off its 2025/2026 High School Sports Activities in Kakata City, marking an exciting start to another competitive and action-packed season.

The league officially commenced on February 19, 2026, with an electrifying football encounter between:

Lango Lippaye High School
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Giddings Polytechnic Academy

The opening match was held at the renowned Nancy B. Doe Sports Stadium, drawing attention from students, sports enthusiasts, and supporters across the county.
This fixture marked the official launch of the Football Category for the 2025/2026 season, setting the stage for a series of competitive matches aimed at promoting sportsmanship, unity, discipline, and talent development among high school students in Margibi County.

The ISSA Margibi County Chapter remains committed to fostering youth development through organized sports, providing student-athletes with opportunities to showcase their talents and build teamwork, leadership, and discipline.

More exciting fixtures and sporting activities are expected as the league progresses.

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📢⚽ OFFICIAL UPDATE | LFA–ISSA U-15 SCHOOL LEAGUE RESUMES ⚽📢

The Inter School Sports Association (ISSA), in collaboration with the Liberia Football Association (LFA), is pleased to officially inform the general public that the LFA–ISSA U-15 School League resumed on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Match Day One was successfully hosted at the C.H. Dewey Sports Pitch, bringing excitement, talent, and competitive spirit back to our young student-athletes. 🙌🏾⚽

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📅 MATCH DAY ONE RESULTS
📍 C.H. Dewey Sports Pitch
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✅ Game 1
H.Q. Taylor 2️⃣ 🆚 Global Rescue 0️⃣

✅ Game 2
Free Pentecostal 1️⃣ 🆚 GOFAMINT 1️⃣
🎯 Free Pentecostal won 5–4 on penalties

✅ Game 3
Divine Day Care 1️⃣ 🆚 Moses Vincent 0️⃣

✅ Game 4
Charity Day Care 4️⃣ 🆚 Total Childcare 5️⃣
⚖️ Match decided on penalties; Charity Day Care awarded victory on protest

✅ Game 5
Samuel D. Hills 1️⃣ 🆚 Eric Z. Zinnah 0️⃣

👏🏾 Congratulations to all participating schools for their discipline, sportsmanship, and outstanding performances.

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📌 UPCOMING FIXTURES
📅 Friday, February 20, 2026
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⚽ Game One
Samuel D. Hills 🆚 Free Pentecostal

⚽ Game Two
H.Q. Taylor 🆚 Charity Day Care

⚽ Game Three
Divine Day Care 🆚 Winner of Game One

📍 Activities will continue next week Tuesday in Gbei Community, Bomi County, with an additional 12 schools joining the competition.

Other counties are expected to kick off their matches during the first and second weeks of March 2026.
ISSA remains committed to grassroots football development and creating opportunities for young talents across Liberia to shine. 🌟⚽

Stay connected to our official page for more updates, results, and fixtures.

📌 ISSA NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETS TO PLAN U-15 SCHOOL LEAGUE ⚽🇱🇷

The Inter-School Sports Association (ISSA) National Executive Committee on Monday, February 10, 2026, held a strategic meeting at the ISSA National Headquarters, Sports Commission, Broad Street, to discuss and outline key implementation steps for the successful rollout of the National U-15 School Football League, made possible through the generous grant provided by the Liberia Football Association (LFA) with support from CAF.

This historic initiative marks the first time ISSA is spearheading a nationwide U-15 school league, and the meeting focused on planning around logistics, coordination with county chapters, equipment distribution, competition structure, and administrative processes to ensure a smooth and impactful implementation across the 15 counties.

The meeting was attended by the following National Executives:
• Mr. Evan B. Somah – President
• Mr. Melton Yoko – Vice President for Administration
• Mr. Christopher Lanender – Vice President for Operations
• Mr. Johnson Trobleh – Vice President for Technical Affairs
• Ms. Lovette Awode – Vice President for International Affairs
• Ms. Ammie T. Wesseh – Vice President for Women Football
• Mr. Dyric S. Payway – Secretary General
• Mr. Joseph Boakai – Treasurer
• Mr. James Diamond Blamo – Deputy Secretary General

The leadership reaffirmed ISSA’s commitment to transparency, effective coordination, and strong grassroots engagement to ensure the U-15 League becomes a sustainable platform for talent identification, youth development, and character building through sports.

ISSA remains grateful to the LFA and CAF for the confidence reposed in our institution, and we are fully committed to delivering a successful national school football program that will positively impact young learners across Liberia.

⚽ Together, we are building the future of Liberian football — through our schools.