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LET US SWIM IN REGION 2
Dear Editor,
Kaieteur News – It dawned upon me that Region 2 has some of the more naturally gifted swimmers in the country. On numerous occasions, these athletes (male & female) dominate at the national athletic and swimming championship level, but are rarely recognised afterwards. I have made the call before since I was convinced that with the necessary logistical and technical support, these swimmers can become world class athletes. Sadly, not much emphasis has been given to the sport, except some spontaneous expeditions at privately owned pools.
The establishment of the Essequibo Technical Institute (ETI) in Anna Regina has increasingly attracted students from the hinterland and Region 1; many of whom are naturally potent swimmers due to their water prone surroundings and a penchant for fishing and diving. Stadiums are now being built across the country, including in Essequibo. I will now suggest that this is complemented with a state-of-the-art swimming pool right in Anna Regina; south of the stadium and next to the entrance of the GDF quarters where there is an empty plot of State land that is sizable enough. It will not only serve for the intended purpose, but will benefit other athletes too.
Essequibo is gradually becoming a hub for mega sporting events and swimming should be next on the chart for prominence. It is my hope therefore that a concerted effort will be made to convince the Minister of Sport for such a crucial component of sporting facility to be realized in Region 2.
Once the stadium is completed, national and regional matches will be held and a pool will be a fitting and strategic vehicle for players to enhance their strength, conditioning and rehabilitation before and after an intense game. It is necessary in this modern era and should be pursued at the earliest in the interest of providing equal opportunities and to provide hope to those who wish to learn and advance in swimming from the Cinderella County.
Yours faithfully,
Elroy Stephney
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