Basketball courts opened at Seacliff Beach

Young and old alike will enjoy the new basketball courts at the Seacliff Park beach, as the new pair of courts officially opened last week.

On Wednesday, June 5, a ribbon-cutting was held featuring dignitaries from the Municipality of Leamington and the WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF).

The municipality and WECF collaborated on the new waterfront project made possible through an investment from the foundation in celebration of their 40 years of inspiring philanthropy.

The new basketball courts are open and free for residents and visitors to enjoy.

The municipality had received an inquiry from young people in the community asking about a basketball court and — through their collaboration with WECF — was able to build two courts side-by-side.

The courts were made possible through an initial investment by the WECF and the Honey Family Foundation Fund, with additional funds from the municipality.

“This project is a testament to the power of community collaboration and positive impact of investing in our youth,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “The new basketball courts at Seacliff Park are not only a response to the needs of our young residents, but also a symbol of our commitment to fostering a healthy, active and vibrant community.”

BYOB — bring your own ball.