Initial strides towards constructing €15 million Sports Complex
Hear ya go, mate! Let's chat about Santarém's sports city project.
Santarém's Game-ChangerThat's right, pal! The mayor of Santarem, João Leite, recently dropped some big news about their sports city project. According to Lusa, it ain't just a simple Football Academy they're buildin' — no sir, it's a freakin' sports city in the workin'.
Partnerships and PlansThe plan involves three phases, and a timeline of around seven to eight years. The initial phase includes the construction of three pitches for different football formats: seven-, nine-, and eleven-a-side. But that ain't all — there'll also be changin' rooms, conference rooms, and stands to boot.
This gear is meant for trainin' athletes and hostin' national and international events, thanks to the collaboration between the Santarem Football Association, the Portuguese Football Federation, and the Santarem City Council. The Portuguese Football Federation will chip in 600 thousand euros, with the rest secured by the municipality through bank credit.
A Broader VisionBut wait, here's the kicker — the gym they're buildin' is just the start. The municipality's got plans to invest a whopping €15 million over the next three years into sports and physical activities. As the mayor said, "These investments are crucial for promotin' physical activity and sports, and we see 'em as strategic — we're talkin' health and quality of life."
The Future PhasesSo what's next, you ask? Well, the second phase will include a sports court for assorted sports, complete with athletics and cycling tracks. And the third phase? You guessed it — a stadium, court, and training center. But keep in mind, the specifics for future phases are still under the wraps for now.
Long Game StrategySince the project's just kickin' off, they're focused on layin' the foundation with the football pitches and gradually expandin' it into a holistic sports and training center. With their sights set on a City of Sports, it's gonna be an exciting time for Santarém!
References:[1] Santarem Football Association[2] Portuguese Football Federation[3] Lusa News Agency
Santarém's sports city project includes more than just a football academy, as it's designed to host national and international events, given the partnership between the Santarém Football Association, the Portuguese Football Federation, and the Santarém City Council. The vision extends beyond the stadium, with the municipality planning to invest €15 million over the next three years into sports and physical activities, aiming to promote physical activity and sports, and ultimately, improve the health and quality of life in the city.
