Brampton: On behalf of the people of Brampton, it gives me immense pleasure to put down the welcome mat for fans, coaches and the internationally accomplished athletes who will compete during the 2013 Men’s Pan American Cup – Field Hockey tournament, Brampton Mayor Susan Fennell said today.
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| Brampton Mayor Susan Fennell joined by Minister of State (Sports) Bal Gosal; Brampton West MP Kyle Seeback; Brampton West MPP Vic Dhillon; Regional Councillors Paul Palleschi and John Sanderson; City Councillor Vicky Dhillon, along with organizers, during the opening ceremonies for the 2013 Men’s Pan American Cup – Field Hockey tournament at Cassie Campbell Community Centre. |
Fennell made the comments during the tournament’s opening ceremonies at Cassie Campbell Community Centre, where the games will take place. Brampton is the only city in Ontario to boast an international grade water-based turf.
“Brampton is a world-class city,” Fennell said. “Global sports competitions are another opportunity to show off our rich culture, engaged residents and unrivaled quality of life that thrives throughout Brampton.
“What’s more, these same international tournaments are an added boost to our local economy. They’re an important platform to better market Brampton to the world.”
The opening ceremonies featured performances that celebrated cultural diversity. Aboriginal, Punjabi, African and Latino cultures were on display through prayer, music and dance.
Teams from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay and the United States will compete during the weeklong competition (August 7-10).
Fennell added “this Saturday our very own Team Canada will take to the field for their first game against Brazil. I wish Team Canada Captain, Scott Tupper, and all the players, the very best during this weeklong, intense competition.” Team Canada is also scheduled to play both Chile and Trinidad and Tobago.
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