In a significant step toward enhancing sports infrastructure in Gunjur, the foundation stone for the construction of changing rooms at the Gunjur Nyamina Football Field has been officially laid. The event was presided over by the Alkalo of Gunjur, Dembo Darboe, who symbolically set the first foundation block in place.
The event was witnessed by a cross-section of the Gunjur community including members of the Gunjur Sports Committee, football fans, and other key community stakeholders. The atmosphere was one of excitement and optimism, as the project is seen as a major boost for the football community in Gunjur, which has long needed better facilities for both home and visiting teams. The upgrading of the football ground which took seven years was finally completed a couple of months ago.
At the opening ceremony, GFF President Kaba Bajo promised to collaborate with GSC for the construction of the much needed changing rooms for the facility.
Consequently, the Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has allocated D1M (One Million Dalasis) for the project according to Gunjur Sports Committee. This funding is be disbursed to the Gunjur Sports Committee through the West Coast Region Football Association who will oversee the execution and management of the project.
The changing rooms, once completed, will provide players with a dedicated space to prepare before matches and to change afterward. This development is expected to elevate the standard of football in Gunjur and create a more professional and comfortable environment for players and officials alike.
Alkalo Dembo Darboe, in his remarks, praised the initiative and highlighted the importance of investing in sports infrastructure for the benefit of the youth and the wider community. He expressed his hope that the project would inspire further development and encourage young talents to pursue their passion for football in a supportive environment.
The Gunjur Sports Committee also expressed gratitude to the local authorities and the wider football fraternity for their support in making the project possible. They reaffirmed their commitment to advancing sports in Gunjur and emphasised that this was just the beginning of a series of initiatives aimed at improving the facilities at Nyamina Football Field.
With the foundation laid, construction of the changing rooms is expected to proceed swiftly, bringing the community closer to realising its vision of a modern and well-equipped football field. This project not only marks progress in sports infrastructure but also strengthens the sense of unity and shared purpose within Gunjur, as the town continues to foster a vibrant football culture.
The completion of the changing rooms will be a welcomed development for both local and visiting teams, signaling a new era for Gunjur football and reinforcing the community’s commitment to the growth of the sport.
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