Nevis Activities

A list of water sports, events, and other items of interest to do while in Nevis

St. Kitts – Nevis New Stadium Reflects 25 Years Of Independence

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
March 20, 2008 (SKNIS)

The new track and field facility at Bird Rock has been named the Silver Jubilee Athletic Stadium as it symbolizes the growth and transformation of St. Kitts and Nevis over the past 25 years and stands as a beacon of hope for future prospects.

Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas made the announcement during his official address at the opening ceremony on Wednesday. “This athletic stadium is a commemoration of the 25th anniversary of our nation’s independence; our silver jubilee which we celebrate this year,” he said. “It is a demonstration of great generosity to the Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis [from the Republic of China (Taiwan)].”

The Prime Minister noted that it was against this backdrop that Cabinet named the facility. The announcement was greeted with a rousing ovation as persons eagerly showed their national pride. The Prime Minister also revealed that the main pavilion at the facility will be named in honour of local sprint star Kim Collins who continues to excel in the international arena.

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Nevis Rolls Out Red Carpet For Marylebone Cricket Club

Charlestown, Nevis
March 20, 2008

The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) rolled out its welcome mat for the United Kingdom (UK) Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) on Tuesday 18, March with Cocktails at the Mount Nevis Hotel. 
 
Sports Minister Hon. Hensley Daniel conveyed the sentiments of the NIA that sports broke down barriers and promoted interpersonal and international relationships. He added that the NIA’s thrust was to use cricket to chart a new course for young people on Nevis.
 
Mr. Daniel referred to the adage that cricket was a gentleman’s game and crime and drugs were against the ideals of cricket.  “I believe sports builds character and personality among young people and that sports through cricket would help young people to reject anti social behaviour,” he said.

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St. Kitts – Nevis Upgrades Sports Facility

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
March 19, 2008 (SKNIS)

Athletes and sports enthusiasts in St. Peter’s and nearby areas will soon be able to enjoy upgraded facilities at the community sporting complex.

At a ceremony on Tuesday, Taiwanese Ambassador His Excellency John Liu delivered a cheque for just under US $400,000.00 to fence the ground and to enhance the lighting and seating features at the St. Peter’s Sporting Complex. These upgrades are to be completed under phase two of a rehabilitation project.

Phase one saw the construction of a pavilion which will offer covered seating, dressing rooms, a bar and toilet facilities when completed. The Republic of China (Taiwan) also assisted with this phase with a donation of US $230,000.00.

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Marylebone Cricket Club Arrives In Nevis

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis March 18, 2008 (SKNIS) The 15″“man team from the oldest and one of the most influential cricket clubs in the world is touring St. Kitts and Nevis, giving a boost to the sports tourism sub-sector …

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Nevisian Wins Sixth Annual Nevis Triathlon

Charlestown, Nevis
March 17, 2008

Nevis made sports history on Sunday March 16, 2008, when the island’s top tri-athlete Mr. Reginald “˜Reggie” Douglas won the overall male title in the sixth annual Carino Nevis Olympic Triathlon and the top male Organisation of East Caribbean States (OECS) title. Minister of Sports on Nevis Hon. Hensley Daniel recorded the Nevis Island Administration’s (NIA) highest commendation and congratulations to the tri athlete for what he called an outstanding performance.
 
“I want to convey to him our [NIA] highest consideration and to say the Ministry of Sports will do all that it can to facilitate the development of tri athletes  and to facilitate his participation in similar events as we have done in the past in all of the sports.
 
“The Ministry of Sports is here to ensure that athletes excel and I feel that Reggie has demonstrated what can happen with training, with consistency and with a heavy focus on the prize. So again congratulations to Reggie and best wishes,” he said.

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