Tag: Sports

Hon. Allen Chastanet congratulates Saint Lucia’s Chess Team

Saint Lucian youth are doing amazing things! A big shout out to Kaieem Elizee on earning the prestigious FIDE (International Chess Federation) Master title. Special shout outs also go to Chelsea Wahid and Tris-Ann Richards who both earned Saint Lucia’s first Woman FIDE Master titles. Very impressed with the entire Saint Lucian team for their impressive display of skill and…

Hon. Allen Chastanet congratulates 6 young Saint Lucians who have made the Windward Islands Team

Huge congratulations to the six St. Lucian cricketers selected for the Windward Islands U-19 team! A special shoutout to Tarrique Edward, returning for another season with the Windwards, and to Kevin Gassie bringing his experience. Also thrilled to see Theo Edward, Lee John, Stephen Abraham, and Aaron Joseph make their Windward Islands debut! This is a fantastic accomplishment for all…

Comparing Costs: The St Lucia Labour Party’s Hypocrisy on Sports Facility Spending

The St. Lucia Labour Party (SLP) previously criticized the UWP Administration for allocating EC$2.5 Million to International Sports Venue Design and Development Specialist, Don Lockerbie, for the design, procurement, and supervision of upgrades to five national sports facilities. These facilities included the Soufriere Mini Stadium, Desruisseaux Playing Field, Micoud Playing Field, Dennery Sports Complex, and the Saint Lucia Sports Academy.…

Concerns raised about lack of Transparency surrounding

Renovations to the Daren Sammy Stadium, Gros Islet Playing Field and Mindoo Philip Park commenced weeks ago, costing taxpayers millions of dollars. Whilst I wholeheartedly support any projects and Programmes which will support youth development and sports, what is extremely concerning about these projects is the secrecy surrounding their implementation. Has the Prime Minister or the Minister told you the…