Mass Sports Practice a Must in Cuba

Havana – Cuba´s comeback to the world´s sports elite depends on its rescue of mass sports practice from early childhood, said two times Olympic champion Alberto Juantorena.

In remarks to journalists here, Juantorena said that in addition to international practice, foreign contracts and other incentives, it was urgent to go back to the grass roots, scout for talent and maintain the existing facilities.

It is not possible to develop good athletics if the track is in poor condition, and you cannot play basketball if there are not baskets, Juantorena told the press.

The Olympic champion in Montreal 1976 praised the talent of athletes, coaches and physical education teachers countrywide.