YEREVAN, March 28 – A new football academy will be built in Martuni, a town in Armenia’s Gegharkunik Province. This development was announced by Gegharkunik Governor Karen Sargsyan on his Facebook page, as reported by “Armenpress”.
Site Visit Confirms Location for Future Academy
Governor Sargsyan confirmed the plans after visiting the proposed construction site on Getapnya Street in Martuni. He was accompanied by Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khoudatyan, Football Federation President Armen Melikbekyan, and other partners.
“Together with Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khoudatyan, Football Federation President Armen Melikbekyan, and other partners, we visited Getapnya Street in Martuni to inspect the area where a football academy is planned to be built in the near future,” Sargsyan wrote on his social media.
Significance for Regional Sports Development
The construction of a football academy in Martuni is expected to significantly boost sports development in the Gegharkunik Province. Such facilities are crucial for identifying and nurturing young talent, providing them with professional training and opportunities to pursue careers in football.
This initiative aligns with broader efforts to enhance sports infrastructure across Armenia, aiming to improve the overall quality of local football and foster a healthier, more active lifestyle among the youth. The academy will likely serve as a hub for training, competitions, and community engagement in sports.
Broader Context of Sports and Regional Development in Armenia
This announcement comes amidst various other regional development and sports-related news in Armenia. Recent reports indicate ongoing construction work for a new kindergarten building in Khachaghbyur and the renovation of the secondary school building in Karjaghbyur, both within the Gegharkunik Province. The Armenian government has allocated 277 million 492.7 thousand drams for three vital projects in Gegharkunik.
In the sports sector, Armenia is also preparing to host the 10th International Francophonie Games, with approximately 4,000 participants expected. The opening ceremony for these games will take place in Yerevan’s Republic Square, highlighting the country’s growing role in international sports and cultural events.
The establishment of a football academy in Martuni is a testament to the continuous investment in the future of Armenian sports and the well-being of its regional communities.
