FOR some time, urban areas including Kingston and Montego Bay have been the main hub for sports in Jamaica. However, several sports stakeholders are expecting a significant boost in central and southern areas in the coming years, following the opening of the May Pen to Williamsfield leg of Highway 2000.
The 23-kilometre four-lane highway, which was opened on September 14, significantly reduces travel time and costs from Kingston to points in Clarendon, Mandeville, and other points west. It will also give motorists travelling in the southern section of the country an option to bypass Porus, which is often congested.
Treasure Beach FC of St Elizabeth are expected to make their Jamaica Premier League debut later this month and the club's chairman, Jason Henzell, says they will save thousands on transportation costs, while playing away games will be more manageable for his players and staff.
"It has made a remarkable difference to traversing between Treasure Beach and Kingston, cutting out Toll Gate and Porus, particularly if you're stuck behind a truck or if it's raining," Henzell said.
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The 23-kilometre four-lane highway, which was opened on September 14, significantly reduces travel time and costs from Kingston to points in Clarendon, Mandeville, and other points west. It will also give motorists travelling in the southern section of the country an option to bypass Porus, which is often congested.
Treasure Beach FC of St Elizabeth are expected to make their Jamaica Premier League debut later this month and the club's chairman, Jason Henzell, says they will save thousands on transportation costs, while playing away games will be more manageable for his players and staff.
"It has made a remarkable difference to traversing between Treasure Beach and Kingston, cutting out Toll Gate and Porus, particularly if you're stuck behind a truck or if it's raining," Henzell said.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/spor...ay-to-success/