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NSC announces one-week closure of National Aquatic Centre for critical inspections
Kaieteur Sports – The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced a one-week closure of the National Aquatic Centre at Liliendaal, beginning Monday, January 5, to facilitate a series of important technical inspections aimed at preserving the facility’s international standards.
According to Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle, the temporary shutdown is necessary to allow the NSC to carry out detailed forensic checks on the Olympic-size 50-metre pool, which has been in operation for nearly 15 years.
The National Aquatic Centre was officially opened in November 2011.
“The National Aquatic Centre has served our athletes and the wider sporting community well since its opening, and with 15 years now behind us, it is critical that we conduct thorough assessments to ensure everything remains in place to keep the pool in optimum condition and aligned with international requirements,” Ninvalle stated.
Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle
The National Aquatic Centre was officially opened in November 2011 and commissioned by then-President Bharrat Jagdeo. Since then, it has been a central hub for swimming, training, and competitive events at both the national and regional levels.
Ninvalle further explained that the inspections at the Aquatic Centre are part of a broader initiative by the NSC.
“Similar checks will be conducted at all facilities under the Commission’s care to ensure they meet the standards being demanded by the respective international governing bodies for sport,” he said.
The NSC has assured stakeholders that the facility will reopen promptly following the completion of the inspections.
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