The National Sports Commission (NSC) has temporarily closed the outdoor basketball court at the National Gymnasium from January 15 to January 23 to facilitate a series of upgrades.
The closure is part of the NSC’s programme to improve and maintain sporting facilities across the country.
Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle, indicated that the upgrades to court are part of the commission’s mandate to ensure that facilities are always in their best condition.
“This closure and upgrade fall in line with our national drive to ensure that facilities under the care of the NSC are properly maintained and upgraded to meet the demands of the sport being played. Our goal is to provide athletes with safe, functional and high-quality venues that support performance and development,” Ninvalle shared.
Further, Ninvalle pointed out that similar work is being carried out at the National Aquatic Centre, which is benefiting from upgrades aimed at improving its overall standard and readiness for competition.
Ninvalle also noted that the outdoor basketball court is part of a broader schedule of facility improvements, with more venues expected to undergo upgrades in the coming months.
“The NSC and the Ministry are prioritising the need to ensure that our facilities are at the required standard to host matches and events under the parameters set out by the relevant international sporting bodies,” he said.
“This is critical if we are to continue hosting quality events and preparing our athletes for regional and international competition,” Ninvalle added.
The NSC has advised stakeholders and regular users of the facility to make note of the closure period, while assuring that the upgrades will enhance the overall playing experience once the court reopens.
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