New Municipal Football Field Boosts Grassroots Sports in Benicarló
The Diputación de Castellón has inaugurated a modern football field in Benicarló, investing nearly 600,000 euros to enhance local grassroots football and alleviate facility congestion.
- • The new football field in Benicarló cost nearly 600,000 euros and is fully funded by the Diputación de Castellón.
- • Facility features modern artificial turf, advanced drainage, LED lighting, and sustainable design.
- • The field eases overcrowding issues for the local football school and club teams.
- • Inauguration attended by provincial and local officials, celebrated with a friendly football match.
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The Diputación de Castellón has inaugurated a new municipal football field in Benicarló, marking a significant investment of 599,999 euros aimed at supporting grassroots sports in the region. The fully funded project addresses the pressing need to alleviate congestion at existing sports facilities and enhance the town's sporting infrastructure. The new facility boasts state-of-the-art artificial turf, modern drainage and irrigation systems, energy-efficient LED lighting, and sustainable environmental features, reflecting a commitment to both quality and sustainability.
The inauguration event, held on Saturday, featured prominent attendees including Marta Barrachina, President of the Diputación de Castellón, and Juanma Cerdá, the Mayor of Benicarló. The opening was celebrated with a friendly football match, emphasizing the enthusiasm of the local community for the upgraded facility.
Mayor Cerdá highlighted the importance of the new football field to meet the growing demand from children, youth, and adult footballers in Benicarló. The facility is strategically located next to the existing Ángel ‘Pichi’ Alonso field, aiming to ease scheduling conflicts faced by the Benicarló Base Football school and the first team of CD Benicarló.
Barrachina emphasized the broader impact of investing in sports, linking it to health, future prospects, and community well-being. This project exemplifies the provincial government’s dedication to enhancing sports spaces that contribute to social and recreational life in the municipality.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
