Sport Investment Program (SIP)

Overview

The Sport Investment Program (SIP), led by Bermuda’s Department of Sport & Recreation, strengthens the development of local sports through targeted funding to National Sport Governing Bodies (NSGBs). Guided by the National Sports Policy (2022–2027), the program aims to increase participation, improve performance, and build sustainable athlete pathways.

 

Investment Priorities

SIP focuses funding across three core areas:

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• High Performance: Supports elite athlete and national team development.

• Junior Development & Programming: Grows youth participation and long-term sustainability.

• Coach & Official Development: Elevates coaching standards and officiating quality.

 

Guiding Principles

The Department’s investments are:

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• Participant-focused: Prioritize inclusive and impactful outcomes.

• Transparent: Link funding directly to measurable policy-aligned goals.

• Value-driven: Invest for maximum return on development.

• Integrity-based: Operate collaboratively with NSGBs.

• Growth-oriented: Measure results and reinvest in success.