Articles by Andy Kyle

Harkins & Maguire confirmed for Leaders’ Conference We are delighted to announce that recently-appointed Director of Coaching (DOC) Rodger Harkins and former DOC and newly-appointed Head of Power at British Athletics, Stephen Maguire, will present at the Leaders Conference on the 22 November at Hampden Park. The experienced pairing will co-deliver…

Ruby’s Race is being ran this weekend, Sunday 26th.  There is also a fancy dress fun event, see information elsewhere on the website. We would ask for anyone wishing to be a Marshall at the event to be present at the Arena for 10.00. Look forward to seeing you.

Please remember to put plenty of layers on your kids, the top layer should be waterproof.  The weather is turning colder, but they are always able to remove clothing if they begin to overheat then put it back on at the end of training to prevent catching a chill.

Fowler confirmed for Leaders’ Conference Alan Fowler, club governance expert, has been confirmed for the Club Leaders’ Conference at Hampden Park on Saturday November 22. This free conference for scottishathletics clubs is targeted at club leaders, committees and development staff. More information is available on our website. Alan Fowler –…

Coaching Zone 2014 – Edition 6 – Never stop learning Welcome to Coaching Zone – Rodger Harkins After a very busy summer, the wheel turns again. Athletes and coaches will be back into the hard work which hopefully should yield improvements along with good results next year. At the start…

Forthcoming Event Group Coach Development days 26 October 2014 | Emirates Arena Following the success of the National Coaching Conference,through the Event Group Coach Development Days,scottishathletics National Coach Mentors and guest coaches will deliver a number of practical workshops and seminars focusing on the key areas around the development of…

Event Group Coach Development Days Following the National Coaching Conference,through the Event Group Coach Development Days,scottishathletics National Coach Mentorsand guest coaches will deliver a number of practical workshops and seminars focusing on the key areas around the development of physical and technical competencies and seasonal planning for the club athlete….

Scottish Athletics are providing a Level 2 Officials Course in Kilmarnock during November, date to be confirmed, but expected around mid month.  All volunteers who are interested contact Andy Kyle for further information.

Reminder The Coaching Assistant Course is to take place within the Ayrshire Athletics Arena next weekend on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October 2014.  Please ensure your prompt attendance. Enjoy and return to the club re-energised and full of enthusiasm.

National Club Leaders Conference 2014 scottishathletics are pleased to confirm an excellent line-up for the forthcoming National Club Leaders Conference. The event will take place on Saturday 22 November at Hampden Park, Glasgow (with the Annual Awards dinner at same venue that evening). The programme includes Stephen Maguire on developing the roots of excellence,…