“The construction sites for the construction of the Indoor multipurpose sports hall inside the City of Boyswhich will host various sports disciplines, some of which are intended for competitive practice by people with disabilities”. The mayor announced this Franz Caruso who was unable to be on site and delegated the public works councilor Damiano Covelli who curated the project funded by the European Union – Next Generation EU1
The new Palazzetto will be developed on an area of approximately 1100 sq m.will have ainternal clear height of 7 meters and will be built in the multipurpose area of the Città dei Ragazzi already equipped for educational and recreational activities for children and young people.
“It is a structure designed for everyone, of any age and with any disability. – said the mayor Franz Caruso and the Councilor Covelli – A modern place, in step with the times, which will also be able to guarantee the practice of Paralympic disciplines. Above all, it is a garrison of social inclusion which, due to its characteristics, boasts few other examples in the rest of the country, placing Cosenza at the forefront for the quality and prestige of sports activities. The Palazzetto dello Sport, in a few words, represents yet another piece in the mosaic of a modern, sustainable and inclusive city that we are creating. In fact, among our objectives, a primary place is occupied by the breaking down of all barriers, especially those that stand in the way of practicing sports, which we believe are essential for the education and growth of our young people”.
The new structure will house a multipurpose space for sports activities, changing rooms and services for athletes, changing rooms for referees and instructors, a storage room and a first aid room. The outdoor area will also be integrated with a multipurpose field intended for complementary sports activities (volleyball and basketball). The completion of the works is scheduled for January 2026.