$750,000 Allocated for Restoration of Mexican Sports Center

Cabinet has approved $750,000 to restore the Mexican Sports Center, a landmark facility gifted to Belize by the Government of Mexico.

The multipurpose center took a heavy hit from Hurricane Lisa in November 2022, leaving the roof with significant structural damage. The plan had been to temporarily close the multi-purpose sports facility for renovations, but more than two years later, it remained in a state of disrepair.

Footage from Sports Monday, taken just a month before the hurricane, had shown a pristine wooden basketball court and seating for fans. By then, however, the auditorium had become unrecognizable. The wooden flooring had been removed due to water damage, the interior was exposed to the elements, and light fixtures were hanging precariously from the ceiling.

An eerie silence filled what had once been a bustling gymnasium. The more than ten-million-dollar investment had been abandoned.

According to the government, the center will undergo roof replacement and other structural repairs to return it to full functionality. Officials said the investment reaffirms the government’s commitment to making sports a national priority.

Once completed, the restored center will again serve as a high-standard venue for sporting events, youth development programs, and cultural activities.