East LaPenitence Ground to undergo massive makeover

The East LaPenitence community ground has been earmarked for a major restoration project following Friday evening’s commissioning by Minister of Social Cohesion with responsibility for Sport Dr George Norton and Director of Sport Christopher Jones.
Mayor of Georgetown, Patricia Green was among other dignitaries present at the reopening ceremony at the community ground which has been used predominantly for football over the years. However, the venue will be transformed into a multi-complex sport facility in the days to come as was confirmed by Jones.

Jones told Guyana Times Sport that the ground will have a new cricket pitch, a beach Volleyball surface, a new basketball court with rings and possibly a strip dedicated for athletics and most importantly lights.
The Sport Director also confirmed that the fence around the entire ground will be repaired; adding that he hopes the move will help to foster more sporting activities in the community and beyond.
Jones further added that he hopes to carry out similar projects at other grounds around the city as it is important for every community to have a functioning, well-kept facility to house sports and other activities which promotes social cohesion and unity.
While no specific time frame was given for the completion of the project, the government representatives were confident that it will be completed in a timely manner.