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24th July 2010
Bay Gardens Resorts, Official Hotel of SLFA

Football is an internationally loved sport, and the country of Saint Lucia is no exception to this generalization as the country works to bring their athletes world-wide recognition. In fact, today the Saint Lucia Football Association (SLFA) and the Sacred Cows Foundation announced a partnership with Bay Gardens Resorts, naming the three-resort group, located in the famed Rodney Bay area, as the official host for the 2010-2011 football season as part of its plan to elevate the country’s standing in the sport by 2014. Bay Gardens Resorts continues to be a leader within the Saint Lucia community; hosting sporting groups and conferences including the ICC Cricket 20/20 World Cup.
“This is a proud moment for Bay Gardens Resorts,” commented Bay Gardens Resorts’ Managing Director, Joyce Destang. “As the sport of football continues to grow in popularity throughout the world, it is also growing in Saint Lucia, with nearly 22,000 participants country-wide. This is not only a wonderful opportunity for us to show continued support for our community and country, but also provides Bay Gardens Resorts will unrivalled support and visibility throughout Saint Lucia.”

 
 

The SLFA is a non-profit organization and the governing body for football in Saint Lucia with a primary focus to enhance and improve the standard of football in Saint Lucia. Along with the Sacred Cows Federation, which has developed a grassroots football program for 1,200 youths throughout the Caribbean, the SLFA offers underprivileged boys and girls from across the Caribbean education in the technical aspects of football including coaching, officiating and leadership.
“We are delighted to be receiving such great support from a locally-owned hotel chain of such repute,” said Patrick Mathurin, president of the Saint Lucia Football Association (SLFA). “This is a momentous agreement that recognizes the power of sport and its inextricable links with tourism.”
As the official hotel partner, Bay Gardens Resorts will provide all accommodation and conference facility needs for the SLFA and the Sacred Cows Federation. In addition, Bay Gardens Resorts will serve as home base for all press conferences on-island.


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