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In a disappointing turn of events for the basketball community in St. Kitts and Nevis, Minister of Sports Samal Duggins has remained silent on any plans to upgrade the main basketball facility, leaving the sport’s enthusiasts disheartened. Duggins recently toured and announced the upgrade to a number of facilities around the island including Football, Cricket, and Athletics facilities but absolutely no mention or attention to any basketball facility in particular the main facility at basketball city. The lack of attention to the much-needed modernization of the MAIN basketball facility at Basketball City and the absence of an announcement regarding the promised indoor facility has left the basketball fraternity in a state of despair.

The  Minister of Sports, Samal Duggins, has come under fire from the basketball fraternity for his failure to announce any plans for the much-needed upgrade to the main basketball facility in the country. The community’s frustration is further compounded by the lack of information regarding the construction of an indoor facility, which has long been desired by basketball enthusiasts.

Basketball City, the central hub for the sport in the country, is long overdue for a comprehensive upgrade. The current facility lacks modern amenities and falls short in meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving sport.

The current state of the Basketball City in St. Kitts and Nevis has left the basketball fraternity lamenting the lack of progress and investment in the sport. The facility is in dire need of a serious modern upgrade to meet international standards and provide a suitable environment for players to hone their skills.

Despite numerous pleas and calls for action from the basketball community, Minister Samal Duggins has remained silent on the issue, leaving many disappointed and disheartened. The absence of any concrete plans or initiatives to improve the main basketball facility reflects a lack of commitment to the development of the sport in the country.

Furthermore, the absence of an indoor facility has been a long-standing concern for basketball players and enthusiasts. An indoor facility would not only provide shelter from inclement weather conditions but also serve as a multipurpose venue for various basketball events and tournaments. The lack of progress in this regard has left many questioning the government’s dedication to promoting and supporting basketball in St. Kitts and Nevis.

It is imperative for Minister Samal Duggins and the relevant authorities to address these concerns and take immediate action to upgrade the main basketball facility and prioritize the construction of an indoor facility. By investing in the development of the sport, the government can not only provide opportunities for athletes to excel not only physically but academically through scholarship opportunities as well as to promote a healthy and active lifestyle among the youth. The basketball fraternity eagerly awaits a positive response and a commitment to the growth of the sport in St. Kitts and Nevis.