Kelvin Cruz invests in sports complex and supports basketball tournament in Barahona

Barahona, Dominican Republic – The Minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz, led the delivery of the renovated sports complex in Barahona, following an investment of 14 million pesos. During the inauguration ceremony of the superior basketball tournament, Cruz announced a contribution of one million pesos for the sporting event. In the act, dedicated to him, the minister detailed the improvements made to the facility and assured the organizing committee the necessary financial support for the tournament.

I know that for a long time a fix for this sports complex has been requested here and we didn’t want the year to end without making it a reality. I want Barahona to have its tournament without precariousness and in the coming days a contribution of 500 thousand pesos will be made and another equal contribution will be made in January.

Kelvin Cruz

Minister Cruz received a commemorative plaque in recognition of his dedication to sports. Cruz highlighted President Luis Abinader’s support for sports initiatives, mentioning the investment of 200 million pesos in the construction of five roofs in the province, including a model sports center of 80 million in Barahona. The improvements to the sports center included the installation of more than 500 seats, a professional court, renovated lighting, and the remodeling of sanitary areas and outdoor courts. In this XXXIII edition of the Barahona basketball tournament, the Sara Félix cup, deputy of the province, is disputed, and six clubs participate. The opening match pitted Club Juan Pablo Duarte, champion of 2024, against Cacique Enriquillo.

• The Union
• The Cubs
• Santa Cruz
• Gregorio Luperón

The event was attended by authorities such as Moisés Ayala, senator of Barahona; Oneida Félix, provincial governor; congresswoman Sara Félix; and mayors Hamilton Nin and Mictor Fernández. Also in attendance were Rafelito Garó, regional director of Sports; Francisco Arias (Paciori), president of the Barahona Basketball Association; deputies José del Carmen Montero and Aquiles Ledesma, and Tavito Suberbí, director of Indesur.