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Friday 13 July, 2007 St Georges: Minister of
James
won the Country’s first ever medal at the World Youth Championship when he
placed second in the finals of the 400 meters in a personal best and new
national youth record of 46.96 seconds.
The
sports Minister speaking on behalf of the Government of Grenada was high in
praise of the GBSS sprint star.
According
to him, “Kirani’s achievement marks another historic day for athletics in
“Moreover
the manner in which Kirani won the silver medal was true testimony of his
determination and zeal for success”.
Bhola
said, “He did his personal best and that’s the most significant thing. He gave
of his best and in so doing made his country proud”.
Bhola
said, Government will continue to place serious emphasis on youth development
through sports because it’s one of the gateways to success. He noted that
Kirani’s success and the international recognition that will accompany it is
more than just reward for Governments continued thrust to invest in youth and
sports
He further stated that the Ministry will continue to
invest heavily and improve facilities around the country so that our nation’s
athletes will have the best possible facilities.
The
Minister went on to give special commendations to Kirani’s parents, the
coaching staff, students and staff at the GBSS, the Ministry of
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