Principals from secondary schools across Antigua and Barbuda received funding on Thursday to support their sports programmes.
The Ministry of Sports distributed cheques at a School-Sports Collaboration Meeting held at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium. Allocations were based on each school’s population and needs, with some receiving up to $20,000.
Minister of Sports Daryll Matthew said the funding fulfils a commitment made earlier this year at the National Sports Awards and aims to help schools cover the costs of managing sports activities.
Schools benefiting included Clare Hall Secondary, Ottos Comprehensive, All Saints Secondary, Sir Novelle Richards Academy, Pares Secondary, Irene B. Williams Secondary, Jennings Secondary, St Mary’s Secondary, Antigua Grammar, Antigua Girls High, Princess Margaret School, the Harrison Centre, and Sir McChesney George High.
Prize money was also awarded to schools that placed in the recent Interschool Track and Field Championships.
