By Alusine Samuel Kargbo (A.S.K
Brima Sorie Turay has been appointed as the youngest-ever board member of the Sierra Leone Premier League Board (PLB) for the 2024/2025 football season, a testament to his remarkable contributions to football development both nationally and in his home district of Karene. His pivotal role in the success of the 2023/2024 Premier League season, which was sponsored by the Leone Rock Metal Group, caught the attention of Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) executives, earning him a well-deserved spot on the board.
Mr. Turay’s leadership and organizational prowess during the last season proved instrumental in enhancing the structure and excitement around Sierra Leone’s football league. His vision for the sport, combined with a hands-on approach, showcased his potential to positively influence Sierra Leonean football at a higher level. The SLFA’s decision to appoint him reflects confidence in his ability to drive further growth and improvements within the league.
Beyond the national spotlight, Brima Sorie Turay is deeply respected in Karene District for his unwavering commitment to the sport. He has generously donated football equipment to local teams and organized events aimed at nurturing young football talent in his community. These grassroots efforts have cemented his name as a local hero, with many in Karene admiring his passion, dedication, and the tangible impact he’s made on football development in the area.
The news of Turay’s appointment has been met with widespread celebration in Karene. Football fans and residents alike are overjoyed and filled with pride, seeing one of their own rise to such prominence in the sport they love. They expressed their confidence that Turay will continue his humanitarian efforts and take on his new role with the same zeal he has always shown. Many believe that his appointment will bring fresh ideas and positive changes to Sierra Leonean football, not just at the Premier League level but across the nation.
As Turay embarks on this new journey with the Premier League Board, the people of Karene, along with football enthusiasts across the country, are hopeful that his vision and leadership will lead to the continued growth and success of Sierra Leonean football. They wish him every success and pray for his continued rise in his football career.
