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The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) recently shared that Dominica has been officially designated as a recipient of the World Athletics Project 10 initiative. Reportedly, the program aims to assist in the development of a top-tier synthetic track and field complex classified as World Athletics Class 1 in the chosen nation.<\/p>\n
The Association acknowledged that the milestone signifies a pivotal step forward for athletics on the island, representing two years of deliberate planning and collaboration, to advance sports in Dominica. In December 2023, the DAA submitted a detailed proposal to World Athletics, advocating for Dominica\u2019s inclusion in Project 10. After a thorough process involving consultations, technical evaluations, and extensive assessments over two years, the country has now been confirmed as a successful beneficiary. It is also reported that land has been secured in Portsmouth to develop this facility.<\/p>\n
A recent agreement between the Qatar Olympic Committee and World Athletics has been finalized, officially endorsing the implementation of this transformative project, with Dominica among the selected nations.<\/p>\n
According to the release, the development arrives at a strategic moment, as the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica and the DAA have been working on a comprehensive master plan for a modern national sports complex. This plan includes a synthetic track and field venue alongside an Olympic-sized swimming pool. The partnership with World Athletics for the track component complements this broader vision, and the DAA says that it looks forward to collaborating closely with all stakeholders involved.<\/p>\n
The DAA also extended heartfelt thanks to all individuals and organizations whose cooperation made this achievement possible. The release mentioned that special appreciation is given to Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit and the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Oscar George and the Ministry of Sports, Mr. Reggie Severin, and Mr. Billy Doctrove for their leadership, encouragement, and unwavering support throughout the proposal process. Additionally, the association also recognized the numerous government departments and technical teams whose efforts ensured that Dominica met the rigorous standards set by World Athletics. The team expressed gratitude to those involved in ongoing evaluations of the proposed site.<\/p>\n
“This milestone marks the beginning of a new era for athletics in Dominica. With this world-class facility, the nation is poised to elevate athlete development, expand its capacity to host regional and international events, and inspire generations of young athletes to pursue excellence.<\/p>\n
The Dominica Athletics Association looks forward to continued partnership with the Government of Dominica, World Athletics, and the Qatar Olympic Committee as we move toward the realization of this landmark project”, concluded the release.<\/p>\n
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