THE Commonwealth Youth Games director has said that the games infrastructure is "well on track" for the event which is just 200 days away.
Geoff Karran said the organising committee is now at the "sharp end of the planning process".
He said: "All venues are in place and will be ready for the start of the games on September 7.
"The Bowl Stadium is right on schedule and will be completed in May ready for the Manx Youth Games. This will give us a great opportunity to identify any last minute improvements before the Commonwealth Youth Games begin.
"We also have the go ahead to extend the Ellan Vannin Gymnastics Club which will greatly improve the boys' gymnastics event.
"As well as the games infrastructure being well on track we have put a programme together of the events officials who will be required to ensure the sporting programme runs smoothly and are actively sourcing those via our organising committee.
"The volunteer response from the Manx public has been excellent but there are still opportunities for anyone who wants to get involved."
The president of the Commonwealth Games Federation, Hon Michael Fennell OJ, said: "This will be the fourth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games and its popularity amongst competing countries continues to grow.
"I am sure that visiting athletes and officials will have a memorable time in the Isle of Man thanks to the work and support of both the Isle of Man Government and the Manx population.
"The opportunities that flow from hosting this event, including volunteering, will ensure that sport continues to be an important part of life in the Island providing a legacy for local communities and visiting nations and territories in the years to come.
"The high quality competition that will be on display, the uniqueness of the venues and the athletes' village will only add to the development of some of the finest athletes in the world as they look ahead to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and beyond.
"The significance of the Commonwealth Youth Games in the development of today's talent should not be underestimated. Back in 2004 in Bendigo, Australia, we saw the likes of Jessica Ennis and Beth Tweddle compete and then go on to become world champions in their respective sports of athletics and gymnastics."
71 Commonwealth nations will descend to the Isle of Man for the Commonwealth Youth Games which run from September 7 to September 13.
If you would like to volunteer at the Commonwealth Youth Games visit the website at www.cyg2011.com or telephone 01624 662011.
