National Olympic Committees from across the Americas — including representatives from Bermuda — have gathered in Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic, to accelerate strategic preparations for the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028.
The Americas LA28 NOC Games Preparation Forum brought together continental sports leaders alongside delegates from the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), the International Olympic Committee, and Panam Sports.
Bermuda was directly represented during the English-speaking sessions by Bermuda Olympic Association Vice President Brandon Sousa and Secretary General Branwen Smith-King.
Key Takeaways from the Summit
- Comprehensive Briefing: The LA28 organising committee delivered detailed briefings on the Games Master Plan, competition programme, Olympic Village operations, ticketing, transport logistics, and accreditation.
- Support Programmes: ANOC highlighted essential support systems for participating delegations, including the ANOC-PEAK Uniform Programme, the Digital Content Hub, and dedicated ANOC.tv Studio resources to enhance committee visibility.
- Regional Collaboration: Split across Spanish and English-speaking forums, delegates exchanged case studies to align operational pathways, keeping athlete experience at the heart of Games planning.
The forum marked a pivotal milestone for continental committees looking to translate operational blueprints into medal-winning environments in California.
