District to host Olympic handball training and exhibition match at old Westwood site
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St. Lucie Public Schools staff said an Olympic handball team will train at the old Westwood gym as part of a partnership with Indian River State College and that an exhibition match (Air Force v. Army) is scheduled for Nov. 15 at Fort Pierce Central.
Chief of Operations Terrence O'Leary announced during the Oct. 28 work session that St. Lucie Public Schools will host an Olympic handball training program in partnership with Indian River State College. O'Leary said the Olympic team will be in the county preparing for the 2028 Olympics and that some athletes’ families—whose children may attend district schools—will relocate to the area during the training period.
O'Leary said an exhibition match featuring armed forces teams (Air Force vs. Army) is scheduled for Nov. 15 at Fort Pierce Central High School and that the district will host a broader exhibition and promotional events tied to the training. He indicated staff would issue a press release with further details. "We're very excited about that," O'Leary said, and staff noted initial meetings had occurred with the coach and lead organizers.
The board heard the announcement as part of the facilities presentation; staff said they would provide additional public information and a media release when logistics and schedules are finalized.