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TCIFA’s WALK-RUN-RIDE Returns To Aid Youth Development

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#TCIWalkRunRide#TCIFA, February 23rd,2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association and Coca Cola Walk-Run-Ride event is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together and support the development of youth football in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It’s wonderful to see the return of this event after a hiatus brought on by the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. With the support of Coca Cola (T&C Refreshments), this year’s event promises to be a great success.
The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 6th at 5:30 pm, meeting at the TCIFA National Academy in Providenciales. The impact of the Walk-Run-Ride goes beyond just a single day of activities. The funds raised will play a crucial role in organizing programs, competitions, providing travel opportunities, supplying equipment, and recognizing the achievements of young athletes. This event truly embodies the spirit of unity and support for the growth and advancement of youth football across the islands of Providenciales, Grand Turk, and South Caicos.
As we lace up our shoes, hit the ground, and enjoy the camaraderie of the Walk-Run-Ride, let’s remember that our participation is helping to shape the future of football in the Turks and Caicos Islands, and promote healthy lifestyles. Let’s stride forward with enthusiasm, knowing that every step we take is making a positive difference in the lives of young athletes and the community as a whole.
The Routes:
5K walk/run – Through TCIFA backgate, passing the National Stadium, head toward Venetian road. Take a left, continue down Venetian road, and make a U-turn at the Caicos Adventure’s entrance gate (markers will be placed). Return to TCIFA.
10K walk/run – Through TCIFA backgate, passing the National Stadium, head toward Venetian road. Take a left, continue along turtle tail road, and make a U-turn at Ocean Drive (near the lake, markers will be placed). Return to TCIFA. 37K cycle (approx. 23 miles, 1 hr 15mins ride) – Through TCIFA backgate, passing the National Stadium, head toward Venetian Road. Turn left, continue down to the very end of Turtle Tail. Return to Leeward Highway and take a right on Leeward Highway. Cross over, take a left onto Pratts Road (near business Solutions), right on Lower Bight Road, and cycle through Grace Bay. Continue toward Leeward Gate and turn right at Leeward South Gate onto Leeward Highway. Turn left at Venetian Road and return to the TCIFA National Academy.
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Jamaican gets multi-million dollar grant to enhance resilience 

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Rashaed Esson

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Jamaica got a 3 million US dollar grant from humanitarian charity organisation Direct Relief, as part of its mission to strengthen resilience in the Caribbean region. This is also an effort to enhance Healthcare systems and infrastructure throughout Jamaica in preparation for natural disasters as the organization renews its ongoing partnership with the island. This was announced by Direct Relief in an article on May 1.

 

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Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana sign security agreement 

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Rashaed Esson

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Grenada Prime Minister says there needs to be greater focus on coral health in the region’s universities. 

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Rashaed Esson

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The Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell, at the 2024 Sustainable Tourism Conference on April 22, expressed that Caribbean universities should be leading researchers for coral restoration as he addressed the importance of corals to the region’s capacity for tourism sustainability amid climate change

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