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Sports Commission Sports Performance Department surpasses 1000 participant milestone
(Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Thursday, June 8, 2023) The TCI Sports Commission (TCISC) is seeing great success as the Sports Performance Center surpasses 1000 participants in April.
The TCISC Sports Performance Centre is where athletes train their bodies to perform at optimal levels. They work on
areas such as strength and conditioning, speed and agility, flexibility, injury prevention, return to play and more. The centre is run by Sports Performance Coach Angelo Garland and Sports Performance Apprentice Delano Williams.
After launching the centre in 2021, the concept of sports performance was new to the Turks and Caicos Islands and was proving difficult to attract participation from athletes. Coach Garland shares, “I am elated that we have reached such a prestigious milestone. It shows growth in the department and also the Commission to have trained over 1000 athletes. I believe it aligns with the mission and vision of the Commission going forward. It was a tough journey, but I am happy to share such a feat with other members of the department, Coach Williams and Mrs Joddy Harvey. I’m looking forward to the thousands to come.”
Since the conception of the centre, over 100 male and 35 female athletes have been trained in multiple sports disciplines. Among these are basketball, rugby, softball, Track & field and swimming. Multi-sport athlete and 3000m CARIFTA Bronze medallist Love Joseph is also part of the cohort who have benefited from this training.
Sharing objectives for the department Garland says, “As we progress throughout the year, our plan is not only to grow but we have a plan to educate. We have plans on educating our athletes, coaches and even family members more on the theory of sports performance and how it works. We have a few camps coming up in the next few weeks, in addition to a clinic and the introduction of a full macrocycle of sports performance training is in the works as well.”
Olympic athlete Delano Williams having recently been introduced to the Sports Commission also has goals to invest in TCI athletes. He shares, “My plans for the Sports performance department is to develop the athletes to a point where they can reach their maximum potential. I’ll do this by developing programs to enhance their speed, agility, and power and to work on their conditioning. While doing this, I’ll ensure to touch on a few more areas such as flexibility, core and balance composition.”
The Sports Performance department is made up of coaches certified in Performance Enhancement, Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, and Kinesiology by top sports bodies including the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). The centre is also stocked with equipment such as ice bath pools, Normatec (recovery boots), biometric scales and gym equipment.
supportive and welcoming us with open arms. To the rest of the coaches and athletes out there, do not be afraid to try something new, we are here to help, feel free to ask any questions or concerns you may have.”Sports Performance Camp Schedule
Grand Turk – 9:30am – 1:00pm – 10-12 July
South Caicos – 9:30am – 1:00pm – 13-15 July
Providenciales – 9:30am – 1:00pm – 24-26 July
North Caicos – 9:30am – 1:00pm – 27-29 July
Prospective campers can register for the free sports camps in two ways.
- Register online here: https://forms.office.com/r/nLg0LKAvXN
- Register in person at our island-wide offices:
- Sports Commission Office, Bottle Creek Office, North Caicos
- Gustavus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Downtown Providenciales
- Sports Commission Office, South Caicos
- Parade Grounds, Grand Turk
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have
charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.
The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:
- One Count: Robbery
- One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
- One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear
Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.
The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.
The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05th, 2024.
Mr. SIMON faces the following charges:
- One Count: Robbery;
- One Count: Gang Membership
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.
The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.
Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition
- One Count: Unlawful Entry
Officers also charged a teenage minor who was in the company of Mr. Simon on May 02nd with One Count of UNLAWFUL ENTRY.
The accused, seventeen and from Kew Town, Providenciales, pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on May 20th.
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