Jacobs: All sport facilities to be properly maintained

All of Guyana’s sport facilities will be properly maintained under a robust programme being rolled out by the government, said Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Steven Jacobs.

On Thursday, the minister carried out inspections at the National Racquet Centre and the National Aquatic Centre to assess the current state of the facilities and get an update on ongoing works.

“We are going to have an extensive strategy where we visit all of our sporting facilities to assess their current state, so that we can design a maintenance programme,” the minister said.

Minister Jacobs further added, “This is not just a regular maintenance programme, it is a robust maintenance programme, so that we can make sure these facilities are accessible for athletes, because that is foremost important.”

He noted that the ministry is committed to creating greater access to these venues, making them hubs for training, competition and community engagement.

Minister Jacobs further highlighted that the improvements being undertaken are part of a broader effort to strengthen Guyana’s sports infrastructure, to support athletes while encouraging more citizens to participate in recreational activities.

In the coming weeks, a new tennis court will be commissioned at the National Park. Within the National Racquet Centre compound, work is ongoing on a new facility that will soon be completed to facilitate badminton and table tennis. Additionally, the squash facility will soon be equipped with air conditioning, while the tennis court will receive improved lighting.

The ministry’s goal is to provide all the resources needed for players to improve their skills, compete at higher levels and represent Guyana on the international stage.

Minister Jacobs emphasised that all these developments are aimed at serving the people of Guyana by creating safe spaces for healthy recreation, and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to delivering on this mandate. (DPI)