Sports Boost in Spain: New Padel Court in Bande and Football Legends in Cuenca
Spain celebrates local sports initiatives with a new covered pádel court in Bande and a charity football event featuring football legends in Cuenca.
- • Xunta funds nearly €50,000 for covered pádel court in Bande, covering 80% of costs.
- • The new court supports year-round use and promotes youth sports participation in Galicia.
- • Cuenca hosts a two-day football event featuring Leyendas del Fútbol promoting solidarity and youth engagement.
- • The event includes community visits, youth tournaments, a charity 1x1 tournament with an €800 prize, and a commemorative match.
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On December 11, 2025, Manuel Pardo, territorial delegate of the Xunta in Ourense, attended the inauguration of a new covered pádel court in Bande, a project supported with nearly €50,000 from the Xunta. This funding covered 80% of the investment and aims to encourage youth physical activity and balanced sports training, allowing year-round use of the facility. Pardo emphasized the Xunta's commitment to supporting municipal sports infrastructure and fostering widespread sports participation across Galicia.
Meanwhile, Cuenca is preparing for a vibrant weekend of football and community events on December 12-13. The Leyendas del Fútbol and UBC Classics will engage with social institutions such as hospitals and children’s homes, participate in youth football tournaments, and lead training sessions. A charity football tournament with an €800 prize will contribute to a social cause, while an institutional dinner hosted by MasterChef Fran will bring together authorities and sponsors. On the second day, the legends will visit new stadium facilities before a commemorative match and awards presentation, culminating with a communal meal to reinforce community spirit and solidarity.
These initiatives highlight robust local sports engagement efforts in Spain during December 2025, promoting both grassroots development and community solidarity through sport.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
