George
Quarcoo

George Quarcoo is a Ghanaian-born Canadian track and field coach and former sprinter who has made a lasting impact in Para athletics. His journey in sport is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and passion. Quarcoo began losing his vision at the age of nine and competed in the T11 and T12 classifications, which are designated for athletes with low vision in both eyes, either in terms of visual acuity or visual field.

Before immigrating to Canada, Quarcoo competed internationally for Ghana, specializing in the 100m and 200m sprints. Representing his new home country, he competed with guide Adam Johnson in the T12 100m and T12 200m events at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games, where he reached the semifinals in both events. His competitive career continued on the world stage, partnering with guide Dmitry Issajenko to represent Canada at the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships and the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. At the 2017 World Championships, he placed 10th in the T12 100m and 13th in the 200m. In 2018, he finished fourth in his heat at the Commonwealth Games but did not advance.

A standout achievement in his career came in May 2023, when he set a new Canadian record of 11.56 in the T11 100m while running with guide France John. That same year, he advanced to the semifinals of the T11 100m at the World Para Athletics Championships, further cementing his place among Canada’s top Para sprinters.

Beyond the track, Quarcoo’s interests extend into the world of music and technology. A part-time DJ, he mixes tracks for dance events, weddings, and private celebrations under his DJ moniker, GQSoundz. He is also an accomplished Brazilian Zouk dancer and was featured in the See Inside Me dance show by DZouk Productions. Passionate about technology, he pursued studies in computer engineering at Seneca Polytechnic and has aspirations of furthering his education in the field.

Quarcoo’s athletic career, personal achievements, and dedication to coaching reflect his drive to inspire and support the next generation of athletes. His journey from Ghana to Canada and from sprinting to coaching showcases his commitment to sport and personal growth, leaving a legacy both on and off the track.