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Residents not pleased with fencing of WCCG
A number of residents on the island of Wakenaam have voiced their concern about the fencing of the Wakenaam Community Centre ground (WCCG).
Residents recently told Kaieteur Sport that based on information from the ground committee, only two sides of the ground will be fenced. They however stated that instead of fencing the facility, the outfield should be upgraded as well as the bridge and the street leading to the ground. 
Residents also fear that cricketers and people who use the ground for other recreational activities will not be given ample opportunity to practice there once the fence is completed. They also want to know what systems will be put in place for cricket clubs to access the venue for net sessions.
The residents pointed out that the fence will reduce the size of the ground since the boundaries will have to be pulled in somewhat and its capacity will also be reduced.
Members of some of the clubs noted that balls will take longer to be retrieved when it goes over the fence and they will be at a disadvantage since time will be wasted when more than one games are fixed for the venue.
The project is being undertaken by the Wakenaam Neighbourhood Democratic Council and when contacted an official from the council informed that they are fencing the venue for its safety and protection from animals grazing in the vicinity that could cause damage, but the residents indicated that there is no dire need for it. They noted that they feel the fencing is to benefit the activities of the Wakenaam Night Committee.
The Wakenaam Community Centre ground, which hosted a number of Inter County matches, is situated in the village of Good Success.
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