Belize Holds First National Sports Summit to Chart Future of Athletics

Belize’s sporting future took the spotlight today in Belize City as athletes, coaches, sporting associations, and government officials gathered for the country’s first-ever National Sports Summit. The landmark two-day event aims to address long-standing challenges, explore practical solutions, and establish a clear roadmap to elevate Belizean athletics both on and off the field. Opening the summit, Prime Minister John Briceño emphasized that investing in athletes is a direct investment in the nation’s future, while Youth and Sports Minister Anthony Mahler described the gathering as a vital step toward long-term transformation. Reporter Paul Diaz brings us the details from the opening day.