Masters Committee
Athletics Manitoba as part of its Strategic Plan “To develop new partnerships and engage new contacts in order to increase opportunities and access to sport” has established a Masters Committee with the purpose “To develop a Masters Athletics Community”.
The Masters Committee consists of the following Athletics Manitoba members and staff:
Greg Athayde (Chair) | Carolyn Coffin |
Omena Babalola | Clemus Laurila |
Gord Flett | Breta Passler |
Dennis Lang | Michael Kananoja (AM) |
Jason McDonald | Kathy Wiens (MRA) |
Jeff Vince |
The goal of the committee is:
To encourage and support the development and participation of Masters athletes in Athletics through proper planning, training and competition opportunities tailored to the specific needs of the Masters athlete.
A measurable goal is to work towards building a vibrant Masters community to support and increase participation of Manitoba athletes recreationally and at local, provincial, national and international athletics competitions.
The following key objectives/success factors have been identified:
- Development and growth evolution of Masters Athletics
- Increase participation (%Growth)
- Promotion of sport to increase engagement, attraction and retention of athletes
- Provide quality Masters competition opportunities (%Participation)
- Promotion/awareness of Provincial, National & International events
- Provide access to more local/regional events
- Provide quality club support
- Identify and support clubs that have Masters programs
- Provide coach knowledge & training – e.g. training the masters/aging athlete
- Identify and support coaches that train Masters Athletes
- Maintain Provincial Masters records/bests
- Understand and address barriers (perceived or otherwise) that limit or prevent participation of Masters athletes in the sport.
- Increase participation (%Growth)
If you are interested in joining the committee or would like more information about Masters Athletics, please contact us at: Programs@athleticsmanitoba.com