CAC ATHLETES RECEIVE 3.7 MILLION IN FUNDING
The Ministry of Sport and Community Development (MSCD) recognizes the significance of supporting our national athletes as they represent Trinidad and Tobago locally and internationally. In line with this commitment, the Ministry provided the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) with funding to the tune of TTD 3,766,506.00 to facilitate Trinidad and Tobago’s participation in the recently concluded XXIV Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games. The games, which took place in El Salvador from June 23rd to July 8th, 2023, saw a TTO contingent of approximately 251 persons comprising athletes and officials, participating in a total of ten (10) team sports, including Basketball, Beach Soccer, Volleyball, Rugby, Hockey, Netball and Water Polo.
Today, the Ministry joins the national community in celebrating the outstanding achievements of our talented athletes who proudly represented Trinidad and Tobago at the CAC Games. Their outstanding achievements resulted in Trinidad and Tobago copping a total of nineteen (19) medals, including an impressive tally of eight (8) Gold, seven (7) Silver, and four (4) Bronze medals.
Against this backdrop, the Ministry recognizes the importance of acknowledging and rewarding excellence in sports. As such, the National Incentives and Rewards Framework was designed to provide the appropriate recognition and support to athletes who bring honour to Trinidad and Tobago through their outstanding performances on the international stage. As part of the National Incentives and Rewards Framework, the Ministry will reward the athletes who participated in the CAC Games as follows:
INDIVIDUAL ATHLETES
Adults
- Gold – $62,500.00
- Silver – $31,250.00
- Bronze – $15,625.00
Juniors
- Gold – $5,000.00 UTC Units
- Silver – $3,000.00 UTC Units
- Bronze – $2,000.00 UTC Units
PARA-ATHLETES
Adults
- Gold – $18,750.00
- Silver – $9,375.00
- Bronze – $4,688.00
Juniors
- Gold – $5,000.00 UTC Units
- Silver – $3,000.00 UTC Units
- Bronze – $2,000.00 UTC Units
RELAY TEAMS
Adults
- Gold – $31,250.00
- Silver – $15,625.00
- Bronze – $7,813.00
Juniors
- Gold – $5,000.00 UTC Units
- Silver – $3,000.00 UTC Units
- Bronze – $2,00.00 UTC Units
OTHER TEAMS
Adults
- Gold – $7,500.00
- Silver – $5,000.00
- Bronze – $2,500.00
Juniors
- Gold – $5,000.00 UTC Units
- Silver – $3,000.00 UTC Units
- Bronze – $2,000.00 UTC Units
These rewards are a testament to the Government of Trinidad and Tobago’s commitment to supporting our national athletes in their development. Through this framework, we aim to not only celebrate their achievements but also provide them with the resources and support needed to reach even greater heights in their respective sporting disciplines.
The Ministry of Sport and Community Development remains committed to working with all stakeholders to continue building our nation’s human capital through the development of athletic talent and community life in Trinidad and Tobago.
