Marking a significant milestone in its history, the Somerset Sports Club of St. Joseph has channeled the momentum from its 50th anniversary celebrations into a powerful dual mission of charitable outreach and athletic advancement. As the longest-standing sporting organization in Dominica, the club has expanded its mandate beyond the playing field by launching a dedicated Community Development and Social Enhancement Program.
In a heartfelt holiday initiative, the club extended its generosity to national institutions and local community groups. Essential groceries, including supplies of chicken, beans, rice, beverages, and toiletries, were distributed to the Dominica Infirmary and the Grotto Home for the Homeless. Further amplifying its impact, the club provided key ingredients to the Seventh Day Adventist Church to support the preparation of warm, nutritious Christmas meals for vulnerable community members. Recipients of these donations expressed profound gratitude for the club’s empathetic and timely contribution to their seasonal celebrations.
Club President Ambrose Sylvester emphasized that this humanitarian drive was undertaken despite the organization facing its own operational challenges, underscoring a deep-rooted commitment to foundational principles of community support.
Concurrently, the club is making substantial progress on a significant infrastructure project. A new concrete cricket wicket, adjacent to the St. Joseph playing field, is now approximately 90% complete. This facility is poised to become a cornerstone for cricket development in the region and will serve as the foundation for an ambitious Youth Development Program. This initiative is designed to nurture young athletic talent, focusing on boys from the age of ten upwards.
The executive team of Somerset Sports Club has extended its sincere appreciation to all donors and supporters who made these multifaceted efforts possible, reaffirming a steadfast commitment to fostering holistic community growth through the unifying power of sport and compassionate outreach.