The 33rd Central Region Schools & Colleges Sports Association Athletics Super-Zonal Championship kicked off with a blaze of excitement on Day 1, February 27, 2025, as the boys’ 4x100m relay Heat 2 delivered a heart-pounding spectacle.

Under the bright morning sun at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium, Adisadel College emerged victorious, edging out fierce competitors St. Augustine’s College and Boa Amponsem Senior High School in a race that had spectators on the edge of their seats. The Super-Zonal Championships, a cornerstone of youth athletics in the Central Region, bring together the most talented student-athletes from schools and colleges across the area.

This year’s event promises to be one of the most competitive yet, and Heat 2 of the boys’ 4x100m relay set the tone with an electrifying display of speed, teamwork, and determination.

As the starting gun fired, the athletes exploded off the blocks, their strides synchronized in a flurry of motion. Adisadel College, known for its rich history in athletics, took an early lead with a seamless baton exchange between their first and second runners.

The team’s anchor, a lanky senior whose powerful strides ate up the track, crossed the finish line first, clocking an unofficial time that hinted at a potential record-breaking performance later in the finals.

Hot on their heels was St. Augustine’s College, a perennial powerhouse in Central Region sports. Their runners showcased impeccable coordination, with their third-leg sprinter gaining ground before handing off to an anchor who pushed valiantly to secure second place.

The crowd roared as St. Augustine’s made a late surge, but they couldn’t quite catch Adisadel’s lead.

Boa Amponsem Senior High School rounded out the top three, delivering a commendable effort that kept them in contention throughout the race.

Their team, though less heralded than their rivals, demonstrated grit and potential, earning applause for a strong showing against two of the region’s giants.

Post-race, the Adisadel camp was buzzing with excitement.

“We’ve been training hard for this moment,” said their coach, Kwesi Mensah, wiping sweat from his brow.

“The boys executed the plan perfectly—speed off the blocks and clean handoffs. This is just the beginning for us.” The team’s anchor, 17-year-old Kofi Ansah, added, “We knew St. Augustine’s would come strong, but we stayed focused. It feels amazing to take the win.”

St. Augustine’s, while disappointed to settle for second, remained optimistic. “It’s a long competition,” remarked their captain, James Ofori. “This was just the heats.

We’ll regroup and bring our best in the finals.

” The rivalry between Adisadel and St. Augustine’s, steeped in decades of athletic tradition, promises more fireworks as the Super-Zonal progresses.

Boa Amponsem’s coach, Madam Esther Nyarko, praised her team’s effort.

“We’re the underdogs here, but third place in this heat shows we belong. The boys ran with heart, and we’re aiming to surprise everyone before this is over.”