New Sports Complex Opens in Bertioga as Rural Soccer Championship Finals Kick Off in Vitória da Conquista
In late 2025, Bertioga opened a new sports complex offering free activities for all ages, while Vitória da Conquista prepares for the final of its Rural Soccer Championship, highlighting community sports engagement in Brazil.
- • Jardim Raphael Sports Complex in Bertioga opened with free sports activities including futsal, basketball, and skateboarding.
- • Classes at the new complex will begin in February after professional training, with registration already open.
- • The 26th Rural Soccer Championship final in Vitória da Conquista will be held on December 14 between Flamenguinho and José Gonçalves.
- • Flamenguinho must win by one goal after losing the first match; José Gonçalves can win with a draw.
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The Jardim Raphael Sports Complex in Bertioga officially opened on November 11, transforming a previously abandoned area into a modern hub for community sports, offering free activities for all ages. The opening featured volleyball challenges, futsal matches, soccer, basketball, skate workshops, dance classes, and a new bocce court. Additionally, the 'Ruas e Praças de Lazer' project presented inflatable toys and traditional games like jump rope and hide-and-seek, supervised by recreation leaders. According to Gerson Rodrigues, Secretary of Sports and Leisure, the initiative aims to expand free access to sports across the city. Classes in futsal, soccer, basketball, volleyball, stretching, adapted volleyball, and skateboarding will begin in February after staff training. Facilities include a skate park, multipurpose courts, soccer field, playgrounds, and landscaped areas replacing the old terminal.
Meanwhile, in Vitória da Conquista, the final of the 26th Rural Soccer Championship will be held on December 14 at 3 PM in Lagoa das Flores neighborhood. The match between Flamenguinho and José Gonçalves was postponed due to heavy rain. Flamenguinho needs a win by at least one goal after a 2-1 first-leg loss, while José Gonçalves can clinch the title with a draw. The championship began on May 25 and featured 26 teams representing 24 localities, divided into four groups. This final marks the close of nearly three months of competitive rural football, highlighting grassroots sports development in Brazil.
Community member Silvana Santos expressed excitement about the new sports opportunities in Bertioga, particularly for children and seniors, already registering for stretching classes. Both events underscore Brazil’s ongoing commitment to promoting sports accessibility and engaging diverse age groups in physical activity throughout late 2025.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.