Mesmin Ategou, the 2nd vice-president of the Togolese Volleyball Federation (FTVB), shared his vision and program for the development of volleyball in Togo ahead of the 9th congress of the federation. Ategou aims to steer the discipline towards a path of growth and improvement.
His program includes several key initiatives, such as:
- Continuation of the Championship: Ategou intends to continue and strengthen the existing volleyball championship.
- Establishment of National Teams: He plans to set up national teams for both classic volleyball and beach volleyball, promoting excellence in the sport.
- Reorganization of Referees’ Commission: Ategou aims to reorganize the referees’ commission and improve the overall refereeing standards.
- Restoration of Technical Direction: The restoration of the technical direction is part of the program to enhance the technical aspects of volleyball.
- Grassroots Volleyball: A focus on continuing volleyball development at the grassroots level to nurture young talent.
- Introduction of Awards: Ategou proposes introducing awards such as Night Laurels or Oscars to recognize and reward outstanding contributions and performances in volleyball.
While acknowledging the work done by the current office, Ategou expresses a desire to provide an alternative approach to management. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and consultations to make significant decisions, including fund disbursement.
As a candidate, Ategou’s program reflects a commitment to building on the foundations laid in Togolese volleyball and introducing innovations for the betterment of the sport. The upcoming congress will be a crucial moment for the federation, as stakeholders will determine the leadership that will guide the future of volleyball in Togo.
