National Olympic Committee & Commonwealth Games Association Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone Judokas arrive in Glasgow, ready for battle

By: Sahr Morris Jr-Press Attache, & Eric Batilo J. Fomba
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

The Sierra Leone Judo delegation has safely arrived in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday night.

The Sierra Leone team includes: Frederick Harris, 17-year-old Jane Massaquoi, and
Adams Sesay.

With no time to waste, the Judokas will immediately move to action on Friday with Adam Sesay battling against 17-year-old Frema Agyei of Ghana in the Women's 57 kg Elimination Round of 16 Match number 11.

Sierra Leone’s own, 17-year-old Jane Massaquoi will come up against Indian Shraddha Kadubal Chopade in the Women's 52kg on Saturday, alongside captain Frederick Harris, who will fight against Vladimir Carlos Ngueya Naheu of Cameroon in the Men's 90 kg Elimination Round of 16 Match number 13.

The Judokas are Sierra Leone’s final delegation to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Glasgow 2026: Sierra Leone Cycling Duo Commence Training

By: Sahr Morris Jr-Press Attache,& Eric Batilo J. Fomba

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Sierra Leone Cycling duo Ibrahim S. Jalloh and Mustapha Koroma have today, Wednesday, commenced training at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome centre in Glasgow, Scotland.

The duo arrived in Glasgow on Monday night from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and immediately underwent their accreditation process, followed by a bike inspection on Tuesday, before securing their training schedule.

Jalloh and Koroma, both based in Dubai, UAE, are in high hopes to fly the country’s flag in Scotland. "We are here to compete and face the challenge, we are determined, and we will do our best to make our nation and Sierra Leoneans proud," Jalloh said.

They rallied fans back home under the powerful national team banner: "One Country, One Spirit, One Goal."

Both Jalloh and Koroma will compete in the Men's 4000m Individual pursuit and the Men's Sprint.

England boxer secures dramatic win over Josefien Betist

By: Sahr Morris Jr-Press Attache & Eric Batilo Fomba
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Sierra Leone's finest female 60kg boxer, Josefien Betist, suffered a dramatic defeat at the hands of England's Lucy Kings-Wheatley.

The fight, which ended in a surprise to many as the Acocks Green fighter overcame a point deduction in the second round to surprisingly win 3-2 on the judges' scorecards.

"I fought with every strength hoping to win a medal for Sierra Leone, but the judges' split decisions didn't go my way. I respect that. I now turn my attention to the 2026 Los Angeles Olympic Games," Josefien said.

The defeat hindered Sierra Leone’s chance for a possible medal hope, while Team England fighter now progresses to the semi-finals in the women’s 60kg category, with the fight to take place on Friday, July 31 at 7.45pm.

The 23-year-old will face India’s Priya Ghanghas in the last four for a place in the final, with both losing semi-finalists in boxing at the Commonwealth Games to earn bronze medals.

Mary Kamara withdraws from Glasgow Games with foot injury

By: Sahr Morris Jr-Press Attache & Eric Batilo Fomba
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Sierra Leone’s distance runner, Mary Kamara, has pulled out of the Commonwealth Games Women's One Mile.

The athlete was hoping to compete in the Women's 1 mile on Wednesday, but couldn't make it to the track anymore due to a swollen foot.

Kamara picked up her injury during the Women's
800m Round 1 Heat 4, as she hit a side board while running, but she still managed to complete the race, only to be disqualified.

Sierra Leone Athletics Team Leader in Glasgow, Ishmail Sannoh, confirmed her withdrawal from the race after the athlete submitted her withdrawal request.

He said, “Mary won't be competing because she has a swollen foot and is feeling pain. We've done everything to see if she will be fit in time, but unfortunately, she can't."

“She, I'll be in the stands cheering on the rest of the Team Sierra Leone and wish everyone on the team the best of luck at the Games.”

Sierra Leone Young Swimmer Shines on Commonwealth Debut, Wins 50m Freestyle Hit
By: Sahr Morris Jr., Press Attache, & Eric Batilo J. Fomba

19-year-old British-Sierra Leonean swimmer Halle Harris delivered an outstanding debut for Sierra Leone at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Harris won Heat 8 of the Women’s 50m Freestyle with a time of 26.1 seconds at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre.

She finished 18th overall out of 66 Commonwealth swimmers in the event and has been named as a reserve for the semi-finals later this evening.

Mohamed Alphaka Conteh Esq., Executive Director - National Sports Authority, expressed delight at the young swimmer’s performance: “We are extremely impressed with Halle’s outstanding debut at the Games. Her performance shows the talent and potential we have. This is exactly the kind of result that inspires the next generation in Sierra Leone.”

As a reserve, Halle will be on standby should any swimmer withdraw from the semi-finals. Regardless, her top-20 finish on debut marks a major milestone for swimming in Sierra Leone.

Elma Sesay Clocks Season Best in Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
By: Sahr Morris Jr- Press Attache
Eric Batilo J Fomba
Glasgow, Scotland

Sierra Leone sprinter Elma Sesay pulled off her 2026 season best performance in the women's 100m at the Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland, on Monday, July 27.

The Sierra Leonean clocked a season's best of 12.28 sec, to finish in sixth place in her Heat 7 behind Canada's Sade McCreath and Pierrick Linda Moulin, who both advanced to the semifinals.

Despite Sesay's failure to make it to the semis, she was pleased to clock as Season Best at the big stage and looks forward to her next race, which is the 200m.

: Sierra Leone Halle Harris reaches 50m Backstroke semifinal at CWG 2026

By:Sahr Morris Jr Press Attache
Eric Fomba
Glasgow, Scotland

Sierra Leone’s swimming youngsters, Halle Harris, advanced to the semifinals of the 50m backstroke at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Monday, July 27 2026.

Harris finished fourth in the heats 4 with a time of 29.07 seconds.

Competing from heat four, the Sierra Leonean, United Kingdom-based swimmer was placed 12th overall, securing a place in the semifinals- the first by a Sierra Leonean in the ongoing Games.

Glasgow 2026: Sierra Leone Athletes gear up for action

By Sahr Moris Jr. Press Attache
Eric Batilo J. Fomba
Monday 27th July 2026

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continue today, with four Sierra Leonean athletes taking to the Scotstoun Stadium track.

In the Women's 100m Round 1, Sierra Leone’s Elma Sesay is paired in Heat 7 alongside Canada's Sade McCreath and Georgia Harris of Australia.

"I'm highly confident and hope to do my best. I believe I can make progress, Elma said.

Sierra Leone’s United States of America-based runner, Moses Bai Koroma, is placed in Round 1, Heat 2 of the 110m Hurdles along with Tade Ojora of England and Franco le Roux of South Africa.

The Women's 800m will feature two Sierra Leonean sprinters, making their Commonwealth Games debut. Jane Kargbo, who is placed in Round 1, Heat 1, believes she will give her all to make progress in the round, adding, "I will do something better. I'm looking forward to facing the World's best and to becoming the best."

For Mary Kamara, who is in Heat 4, the stage is all set to showcase herself on the track and fight for qualification.

Minister of Sports, NSA Boss and NOC/CGA-SLE President Address Team Sierra Leone

By Sahr Moris Jr.- Press Attache
Eric Batilo J. Fomba

Glasgow, Scotland- Saturday 25th July 2026

The Government of Sierra Leone, represented by Hon. Minister of Sports Madam Augusta James-Teima and NSA Executive Director Mohamed Alphaka Conteh Esq., on Saturday, 25th July 2026, addressed Team Sierra Leone at Novotel in Glasgow, Scotland.

Speaking at the team Novotel in Glasgow, Madam Augusta James-Teima, said: “As a Minister of Government, I feel excited to speak to the entire delegation, especially the athletes, our Ambassadors. The Government of President Bio is using sports to employ young people in the country. I am therefore encouraging you all to compete with every strength and zest. So far, I am impressed with your behaviour in these Games, and please continue to maintain and project the good image of Sierra Leone as the Games progress.”

Mohamed Alphaka Conteh Esq., Executive Director of the NSA, Mohamed Alphaka
Conteh Esq. expressed appreciation to the Government and the National Olympic Committee for organising Team Sierra Leone, and assured the athletes of the Government’s continued support.

Prince Vandi Suallay, President of the NOC Sierra Leone, said, “I want to encourage all the athletes to compete admirably and to maintain the highest standards of discipline before, during and after the games. As a country, we are in Glasgow with a respectable team size representing the entire Sierra Leone.” Vandi paid special tribute to the foreign-based athletes for their courageous decision to represent Sierra Leone.

Yayah Koroma, Chef de Mission for Team Sierra Leone, welcomed the delegation and commended the team for the quality representation during the Games Opening Ceremony.

Dr. Patrick Coker, former NOC President
pledged financial reward for any athlete who wins a medal at the Games.