AWARDS

Coaches Awards of Excellence

Who is eligible to receive this award

The Coaches Awards of Excellence are awarded to those who have made contributions to the sport of speed skating in the role of a coach. The award is not given based on the achievement of athletes, but on the demonstrated ability to assist in the development of athletes and the sport, including grassroots to high performance coaches.  Any SSC volunteer who has demonstrated meaningful involvement with a club, regional, branch, or national association as a coach as evidenced by the following:

• Present a positive public image of coaching and the role of the coach
• Full certification at Level 1

Who can nominate candidates for this award

Clubs and branches are encouraged to submit nominations annually for the Coaches Awards of Excellence.  The achievements of the coach shall be identified on the forms as provided by SSC.

How is/are the winner(s) of this award chosen

The Coaching Development Committee of SSC will select up to three (3) winners of the award, one for each of the following levels of participation:  grassroots, developmental and high performance.

When is this award presented

The award will be presented at the Awards Banquet at the SSC Annual General Meeting.

Recipients