funetics coach wins Coach of The Year

Junior Head Coach Mary Carter has received national recognition from the England Athletics National Volunteer Awards.

Junior Head Coach Mary has delivered a new weekly funetics training programme and a very successful summer camp initiative at Leamington Cycling & Athletics Club. Mary received her award for encouraging many youngsters back into athletics, including making special efforts for autistic youngsters. She has introduced funetics, end of term QuadKids competition, and is developing the U15 multi-event group, as well as developing a clear pathway for older children by liaising with Event Group coaches at the club. 

Mary develops youth athletes on Assistant Coach courses to give them the self-confidence to deliver training to younger peers and supports and develops the Club’s youth athletes by getting them onto Assistant Coach courses to give them the self-confidence to deliver training plans to their younger peers.  Mary Carter developed herself by attending the National Youth Development conference.

funetics thanks Mary for her support, enthusiasm and dedication to supporting young children.