The 2025 Ghana Football Awards have unveiled the nominees for Women’s Team of the Year, celebrating four remarkable sides whose performances have inspired fans and advanced the women’s game in Ghana: Police Ladies, Black Damsels, Black Maidens, and Oak Ladies.
Each of these teams has blazed its own trail; united by a shared spirit of excellence, ambition, and impact. Their nominations reflect not just results on the pitch, but also a deeper contribution to the growth and recognition of women’s football across the country.
Police Ladies – Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League Champions
In a season to remember, Police Ladies captured their first-ever Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League title, capping it off with a commanding 2-0 victory over defending champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies.
Led by the astute leadership of Chief Inspector Abu Kassim, the team demonstrated tactical discipline, physical dominance, and unbreakable resolve. Their historic triumph ; achieved on a rain-soaked night cements their legacy and signals the arrival of a new force in women’s football.
This milestone not only brought silverware but symbolized the power of preparation, teamwork, and belief. Police Ladies are deservedly one of the frontrunners for this year’s award.
Black Damsels – Ghana’s Rising Contenders
Though their season’s details are less documented, the Black Damsels have emerged as one of the brightest prospects in the women’s game as they made history by winning the CAF African Schools Football Championship in their debut appearance, defeating Uganda 2-0 in the final.
Under the guidance of Coach Janet Boaitey Agyei; herself nominated for Women’s Team Coach of the Year, the team has grown in stature and performance.
Their nomination speaks volumes about their influence and the impression they’ve left in the domestic scene. Known for their fast-paced, attacking style and a squad brimming with potential, the Black Damsels are building a formidable reputation as one of the next big forces in Ghanaian football.
Black Maidens – Ghana’s U-17 National Pride
The Black Maidens, Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team, continue to fly the flag high in international football. Always a source of pride and promise, the team’s 2025 nomination reflects strong performances in regional qualifiers and youth competitions, reaffirming their role as a feeder to the senior national team, the Black Queens.
Known for their discipline, creativity, and technical polish, the Maidens showcase Ghana’s rich pool of young talent and its potential to shine on the continental and global stage.
Oak Ladies – A Model of Consistency
Coached by the experienced Mercy Tagoe, the Oak Ladies have built a reputation grounded in consistency, development, and tactical maturity making it possible to be advancing to the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League
Tagoe’s influence, combined with the team’s stability, has made Oak Ladies a respected name in the women’s game, earning them a deserved place among the finalists.
A Celebration of Women’s Football
This year’s Women’s Team of the Year nominees; Police Ladies, Black Damsels, Black Maidens, and Oak Ladies; represent the full spectrum of Ghanaian women’s football: champions, contenders, national youth icons, and consistent performers.
Together, they paint a picture of a sport on the risedri; ven by determination, resilience, and an unwavering desire to elevate the women’s game.
As the 2025 Ghana Football Awards draw closer, the spotlight is rightly on these trailblazing teams, each vying for one of the most prestigious honours in Ghanaian sport.
