Former National Team Star Secures Major Football Partnerships.
The Tijan Jaiteh football academy launched its five-year partnership with Norwegian club FK Bodø/Glimt last week, marked by a delivery of premium Puma sports equipment.
The academy received new match jerseys, training gear, boots, bags, and other essential items from the Norwegian top-flight team. This collaboration aims to scout and develop young Gambian talent through shared expertise and training methods.
"The academy welcomes all Gambians. We want to train talented footballers and help them succeed," said Tijan Jaiteh, the academy's founder and former national team player. He thanked President Barrow, Sports Minister Bakary Badjie, and other supporters for backing his initiative.
In another breakthrough, Jaiteh signed a separate five-year deal with global sportswear company Puma. This agreement marks a historic moment for Gambian sports.
"This Puma partnership creates opportunities for young Gambian athletes," said Jaiteh, who serves as the country's Goodwill Sports Ambassador. The former national team captain played professionally across Europe and Asia before focusing on sports development at home.
Under the agreement, Jaiteh will lead mentorship programs and grassroots projects. The partnership fits Puma's mission to support African sports development.
This alliance places Jaiteh among prominent African sports figures partnered with Puma, raising The Gambia's profile in international sports. His work continues to bridge opportunities between Gambian youth and professional football.
The Tijan Jaiteh football academy launched its five-year partnership with Norwegian club FK Bodø/Glimt last week, marked by a delivery of premium Puma sports equipment.
The academy received new match jerseys, training gear, boots, bags, and other essential items from the Norwegian top-flight team. This collaboration aims to scout and develop young Gambian talent through shared expertise and training methods.
"The academy welcomes all Gambians. We want to train talented footballers and help them succeed," said Tijan Jaiteh, the academy's founder and former national team player. He thanked President Barrow, Sports Minister Bakary Badjie, and other supporters for backing his initiative.
In another breakthrough, Jaiteh signed a separate five-year deal with global sportswear company Puma. This agreement marks a historic moment for Gambian sports.
"This Puma partnership creates opportunities for young Gambian athletes," said Jaiteh, who serves as the country's Goodwill Sports Ambassador. The former national team captain played professionally across Europe and Asia before focusing on sports development at home.
Under the agreement, Jaiteh will lead mentorship programs and grassroots projects. The partnership fits Puma's mission to support African sports development.
This alliance places Jaiteh among prominent African sports figures partnered with Puma, raising The Gambia's profile in international sports. His work continues to bridge opportunities between Gambian youth and professional football.
