Point Fortin MP: Upgraded Mahaica Oval to open soon

POINT Fortin MP Kennedy Richards Jr says the new Mahaica Oval in Point Fortin will be be commissioned "in short order."

In a Facebook post, Richards said he toured the oval this week with Udecott chairman Noel Garcia and other Udecott officials.

He posted photos saying he was giving the public an "exclusive look at the new Mahaica Oval" after he visited to "view the conclusive works of this new sporting facility.

"In short order this long-awaited complex would be commissioned for use by the people of Point Fortin and the southwest peninsula. (It is) a facility that was the training ground of many sport champions and flag-bearers."

He said its reopening will be announced soon.