Former Hearts of Oak coach, Samuel Boadu, has taken on the role of head coach at Kumasi Cornerstone FC, a lower-tier club in Ghana. After a successful spell with Hearts of Oak, Boadu returns to club management, joining the sleeping giants in a bid to revive their glory days, as reported by Sportsworldghana.com on Sunday night.
The primary objective of Boadu’s appointment is to guide Kumasi Cornerstone FC back to the National Division One League. The club has experienced a roller-coaster journey, suffering relegation to the fourth tier just two seasons ago but recently regaining promotion to Division Two.
In an official announcement on Twitter, the club expressed their delight in welcoming Samuel Boadu, acknowledging his experience and tactical prowess as a coach. They are optimistic that his standard of excellence will positively impact the team’s performance and help them rediscover their former success.
Aside from his club commitments, Boadu recently led the Black Satellites, Ghana’s U20 national team, to the WAFU B Cup of Nations. Despite an early elimination at the tournament in Ivory Coast, his coaching abilities have earned him recognition and respect in the Ghanaian football community.
Founded in 1931, Kumasi Cornerstone FC boasts the distinction of being the oldest existing football team in the Ashanti Region, predating Asante Kotoko’s establishment by four years. Throughout their history, they have achieved notable successes, including two FA Cup triumphs in 1959 and 1965, as well as winning the WAFU Championship in 1998.
Despite their illustrious past, the club faced challenges and suffered relegation from the top flight in the late 90s. This led to a series of demotions, pushing them further down the Ghanaian football ladder. With the addition of Samuel Boadu’s expertise and determination, Kumasi Cornerstone FC looks to embark on a journey of resurgence and reclaim their position as a formidable force in Ghanaian football.
