THE recently-rehabilitated Paradise Sports Club ground was commissioned by Minister of Social Cohesion with responsibility for Youth, Culture, and Sport, Dr George Norton, paving the way for the revival of a number of sports in and around the area.
In 2017, the community received a grant for the rehabilitation of the playground, through a Social Cohesion initiative.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Minister Norton said the rehabilitation was a commitment made to residents years ago.
Dr Norton urged the residents to make full use of the facility since sport is one avenue which can foster social cohesion.

Meanwhile, Director of Sport Christopher Jones indicated that all measures will be put in place to have lights installed around the ground.
Regional Community Enhancement Officer, Dolston Huston, said the ground will expand the sporting fraternity of the Mahaica-Berbice region beyond their dreams.
This venture is being facilitated by the Profit–Rising Sun National Democratic Council (NDC), on the West Coast of Berbice.

According to NDC Chairman, Emile Wilson, the Paradise playground which has served as the venue for a number of sporting activities throughout the years was in need of urgent repairs.

“The project is a dream come true for many,” Wilson highlighted.
Further, Minister Norton made donations of balls to the basketball and football clubs in the area.