The ?3 million spent on redeveloping The Bowl stadium in Douglas is money well spent.
That's the view of Community, Culture and Leisure Minister David Cretney.
He believes the facility will be the legacy the Island gains from hosting next month's Commonwealth Youth Games.
Mr Cretney says it's important to invest in sport despite the difficult economic climate:
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