THE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport made a timely donation of sporting gear to the Agricola community to aid in the development of the youths in the area.

Chairman of the Agricola Restoration Association Chris Rockcliffe (right) receives a portion of the donation from Overseer of the Eccles/Ramsburg Neighbourhood Democratic Council, David Sugrim, yesterday, at Agricola as part of the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport development project. (Sonell Nelson photo)

On hand to make the presentation to Chairman of the Agricola Restoration Association (ARA) Chris Rockcliffe was Director of Sport Neil Kumar.

Kumar stated that since the community is making strides to develop its sports facilities the Ministry feels obliged to contribute in tangible ways to the development of the youths.

At the presentation ceremony it was also noted that the donation will further cement the marriage between the Eccles/Ramsburg villages and Agricola. Residents of Agricola who boast a rich sporting history, are currently witnessing the rehabilitation of its playfield that will accommodate the Red Triangle Football Club and the Rome Athletic Club.

The community will also have the Agricola Sports Club for basketball and volleyball. It is the view of the administrators of the ARA, Kumar and the Ministry and other important stakeholders that the time is right for the proper development of the youths.

One member of the ARA commented that the ministry’s donation and promise of continued support to the villages are tantamount to eventual success.

The ministry donated two pairs of boxing boots, one basketball, one volleyball and two protective head gear for boxers.