Partnership is key to developing sport
06 Mar 2012 13:16:29
East Ayrshire Sports Council in partnership with CTI Ltd is delivering a coach mentoring and club development programme to nine local sports clubs.
The clubs, who are all affiliated to the East Ayrshire Sports Council, are receiving support over a 12 month period. They are being provided with appropriate guidance to develop their club infrastructure including club structures, support with writing development plans, funding opportunities and promoting their sport to maximise participation in the local community.
Graham Kilgour of CTI Ltd has been working with all the local clubs and plans are now in place to ensure that they develop to their full potential. Graham said: “This initiative is an excellent opportunity for sports clubs to develop and grow, whilst continuing to provide a high standard of coaching within a safe environment. These sports clubs provide a great service to the community.”
Councillor Kathy Morrice, Spokesperson for Improving Community Health and Wellbeing said: “Working closely with CTI Ltd and East Ayrshire Sports Council, our local sports clubs are getting into great shape for the future. The clubs are working incredibly hard but need new volunteers and members to continue to thrive. If you have a few spare hours a week or are looking for a new challenge now is the time to get involved.”
The nine sports clubs involved are:
Auchinleck Indoor Bowling Club
Howard Park Bowling Club
Caprington Junior Golf Club
Cumnock Rugby Football Club
Kilmarnock Portland Football Club
Kilmarnock Table Tennis Club
Kilmarnock Tennis Club
North West Boxing Club
Doon Golf Club
East Ayrshire Sports Council provides clubs with a range of support including facility discounts. If you would like to find out more about the East Ayrshire Sports Council or are interested in becoming a volunteer or member of one of these clubs, contact Lindsay McMahon, Youth Sports Development Officer (Neighbourhoods) on 01563 576726 or email lindsay.mcmahon@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
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