6th festival of grass root sports in the Central region concludes

The 6th festival of grass roots sports in the  Central region organized by the Sports Commission that have been conducted from 9 July 5 October under the theme “Sustainability of Sports would be Realized by Children” concluded on 18 October.

Asmara, 19 October 2014- The 6th festival of grass roots sports in the  Central region organized by the Sports Commission that have been conducted from 9 July 5 October under the theme “Sustainability of Sports would be Realized by Children” concluded on 18 October.

At the closing ceremony in which Maj. Gen. Romodan Aweliai, Administrator of the Central region, and other government officials took part, Mr. Endrias Asmerom, Head of the Central region Commission Sports, explained on the significance of developing community based sports activities, and that the Central region is exerting efforts towards that end. He also indicated that 4 thousand children are taking training in 67 sports centers.

The parents who have been present at the ceremony expressed that the grass roots sports activities are registering encouraging results, and called for its sustainability.

The trainees on their part expressed appreciation for getting the training opportunity, and that it would motivate them pursue sports activities and become competitive in their endeavors.

At the ceremony Berik sub-zone and other winners in different sports competitions received awards with trophies and medals as well as financial assistance.