New recreational and sports facilities initiated in Ibarra and Sabana Iglesia

Municipal and national authorities have announced the commencement of new sports and cultural infrastructure projects in Ecuador and the Dominican Republic.

In Ibarra, Ecuador, the local government is investing over USD 1.18 million to construct the Pilanquí Recreational and Cultural Center in the San Francisco parish. The facility will feature two national ball courts, two synthetic grass football pitches, two basketball courts, and two ecuavóley courts. The project also includes spectator stands and parking for 66 vehicles and 10 motorcycles, aiming to improve urban regeneration and public spaces for local families.

In Sabana Iglesia, Santiago, Dominican Republic, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation has begun construction on a multi-use facility with an investment of RD$33.7 million. The project includes a 1,100-square-meter metal-structured roof, synthetic flooring, FIBA-certified professional backboards, and digital scoreboards. The facility will also be equipped with air conditioning, restrooms, locker rooms, a cafeteria, and essential water infrastructure such as a cistern and septic tank.