Molyvos hosts 37th Aegean Islands Athletics Games

The 37th Aegean Islands Athletics Games have officially commenced in Molyvos, Lesvos, hosted at the newly inaugurated modern Molyvos Stadium. This year marks the first time the event is being held in Molyvos, celebrating 40 years of history for the competition.

The games are organized by the General Secretariat of the Aegean and Insular Policy, SEGAS, and EAS SEGAS Lesvos, in collaboration with several regional authorities. Approximately 630 athletes, coaches, and officials from 19 islands are expected to participate, representing 38 sports clubs and 7 clubs for people with disabilities.

Taxiarches Verros, Mayor of West Lesvos, emphasized that the games serve as a bridge to overcome geographic distances between islands through sport. Additionally, Deputy Minister of Shipping and Insular Policy Stefanos Gikas noted that the event provides essential motivation and opportunities for youth living in island communities to develop their athletic potential.