In a significant boost for youth athletic development, St Bartholomew Primary School’s sports programs received substantial support through a donation of new sporting equipment from Amoy Gilding-Bourne, Vice President of the Democratic League of Women and former Democratic Labour Party candidate for Christ Church East. The contribution, presented on Monday, included comprehensive netball and football gear comprising professional netballs, official bibs, referee whistles, and training skipping ropes.
Addressing assembled students and faculty, Gilding-Bourne expressed profound admiration for the young athletes’ dedication to sporting excellence. She particularly highlighted the school’s remarkable performance at the recent NAPSAC competitions, noting “a noticeable improvement from previous years” that deserved recognition. The political figure emphasized that such equipment donations represent a strategic approach to youth engagement through athletic development, vowing to continue supporting sports initiatives as part of her community outreach.
Physical Education instructor Perry Barnett acknowledged Gilding-Bourne’s commitment to fulfilling her promise to the school, while Principal Althea Gill extended formal gratitude for the contribution that will directly enhance training capabilities and competitive preparedness for the institution’s emerging athletes.