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$47M Boxing Gym to be constructed at Angoy’s Avenue, Berbice
Boxing facility at Angoy’s Avenue under construction
Contractors on site of new boxing gym at Angoy’s Avenue
Kaieteur Sports – Steve Ninvalle, Director of Sport, recently confirmed the commencement of construction of a boxing gym at Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam, Berbice, which is scheduled to commence soon.
The site was handed over on Thursday last for the the project, which carries a price tag of just over G$47 million. It is being erected by A. Alli Construction Company.
The first announcement was made earlier in 2025 by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, and according to Ninvalle, the facility should be completed within six months.
“This is another promise delivered by the Government of Guyana, and particularly by President Ali, who continues to show his commitment to the development of sport across the country,” Ninvalle said in a release.
Ninvalle, who also serves as President of the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA), stressed the significance of the facility for Berbice, a region that has steadily become a hotbed for local boxing talent.
“The Angoy’s Avenue gym will be the third of its kind in Berbice, joining the New Amsterdam Boxing Academy and the Rose Hall Jammers Boxing Gym,” Ninvalle noted. “In recent years, most of our up-and-coming fighters have hailed from Berbice. This includes Caribbean champion Terron Wintz, who has already made his mark on the international stage.”
The Director of Sport believes the new facility will not only provide a structured environment for young fighters but also broaden the base of the sport nationwide.
“This gym doesn’t just add depth to boxing in Berbice, it strengthens boxing across Guyana,” he explained. “More young people will now have access to proper facilities, and with that comes the opportunity to pursue the sport seriously.”
Ninvalle also expressed gratitude to President Ali for his continued investment in sports infrastructure.
“The President understands the importance of sporting facilities and the vital role they play in developing athletes. His support is invaluable, and this project is a clear indication of his vision for sports in Guyana,” he added.
Once completed, the Angoy’s Avenue boxing gym is expected to further cement Berbice’s reputation as a cradle of boxing talent, while giving the next generation of fighters the tools to chase greatness.
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