The Commonwealth of Dominica has achieved a significant athletic milestone with its official selection as a beneficiary nation under World Athletics’ ambitious Project 10 initiative. This transformative program will fund the construction of a top-tier synthetic track and field complex certified to World Athletics Class 1 standards, marking a historic advancement for sports infrastructure on the island.
The development culminates two years of strategic planning and collaborative efforts between the Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) and government stakeholders. In December 2023, the DAA submitted a comprehensive proposal to World Athletics advocating for Dominica’s inclusion. Following rigorous technical evaluations, site assessments, and consultation processes, the island nation has now secured formal approval.
Critical to this achievement was the recent finalization of an agreement between World Athletics and the Qatar Olympic Committee, which officially endorsed Project 10’s implementation across selected nations. The timing aligns strategically with the Dominican government’s existing master plan for a modern national sports complex in Portsmouth, where land has already been secured. The World Athletics track component will complement broader visions that include an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
The DAA expressed profound gratitude to multiple stakeholders including Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit, Sports Minister Oscar George, and technical teams across government departments. Their collective leadership and unwavering support ensured Dominica met World Athletics’ rigorous standards throughout the proposal and evaluation phases.
This world-class facility promises to usher in a new era for Dominican athletics, enhancing athlete development programs while expanding capacity to host regional and international competitions. The association anticipates continued collaboration with the Government of Dominica, World Athletics, and the Qatar Olympic Committee to bring this landmark project to fruition.