By Zoila Palma: The National Sports Council of Belize held a send-off ceremony on October 17 to celebrate athletes preparing to represent the country at the 2026 CODICADER Disability Games, scheduled for October 25–31 in Guatemala.
The ceremony recognized the athletes’ dedication and determination as Belize prepares for its third appearance at the regional competition, which promotes inclusion, equality, friendship and sporting excellence among young athletes with disabilities across Central America.
Belize’s delegation comprises approximately 63 members, including 34 athletes and 29 officials and support personnel.
The athletes will compete in athletics, boccia and goalball. The team includes students from 10 schools across the Belize, Cayo, Toledo and Orange Walk districts, representing athletes with various disabilities, subject to the Games’ eligibility requirements.
Minister of Tourism, Youth, Sports and Diaspora Relations Anthony Mahler and Minister of State in the Ministry of Youth and Sports Devin Daly attended the ceremony, where they handed over gear and flags to the delegation, shared words of encouragement and wished Team Belize success at the Games.
The National Sports Council also recognized the contributions of coaches, teachers, parents, chaperones and support personnel, as well as organizations supporting the delegation, including Special Olympics Belize, The Inspiration Center, the Belize Council for the Visually Impaired and the Special Education Unit.
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