Rhodope deputy governor meets football representatives to discuss amateur sport
Manolis Tapatzaz, deputy regional governor responsible for Rhodope, has met with the board of the Thrace Football Clubs Association (EPS Thraki) to discuss challenges facing amateur football and ways to strengthen the sport across the region.
The meeting took place at Tapatzaz’s office and was attended by association president Evangelos Hacitulusi, vice-president Hristos Kukulakis and secretary-general Kiriakos Vunacos, according to a statement from the Regional Authority of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.
Discussions focused on the difficulties encountered by local amateur football and potential measures to support the development of the sport.
REGIONAL AUTHORITY HIGHLIGHTS SPORT'S SOCIAL ROLE
Tapatzaz said he was pleased to meet the football representatives, citing both his official responsibilities and his longstanding personal involvement in football.
In its statement, the Regional Authority of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace emphasised the role of sport in strengthening social solidarity, supporting young people's personal development and helping them build character. Sporting activities were also described as providing constructive opportunities for young people.
The authority said Regional Governor Christodoulos Topsidis places importance on cooperation with sports organisations.
SUPPORT FOR CLUBS AND SPORTS FACILITIES
According to the regional authority, its priorities include supporting sports clubs, improving sports facilities and expanding opportunities for young people to participate in sporting activities.
The administration also aims to create a stronger football environment in Rhodope, with modern infrastructure and equal opportunities for children across the regional unit.
The statement stressed that continued dialogue, cooperation and practical initiatives would remain important to the development of sport in the region.
Tapatzaz thanked the association's board members for their visit and constructive discussions.
