Legacy is the key to the 2011 Commonwealth Youth Games, according to the Federations' Operations Director.
John Eades has spent the last couple of days checking on how the Isle of Man is preparing ahead of the event.
He believes there are other benefits to being the host nation, aside from economic targets:-
2026 Southern 100 Road Races to begin tonight
Stars of road racing on Island for Billown Course meeting
Matthew Bostock enjoying 'great season' so far
Manxman has had success on roads and track already in 2026
Southern 100 Memorial Service being held today
People invited to be part of ride-out and church ceremony
Tennis: Billy Harris back in Wimbledon action today
He'll team up with Freya Christie for Mixed Doubles