Titans Cricket and Special Olympics join forces to empower athletes with new skills
Titans Cricket and Special Olympics South Africa unveil a groundbreaking programme designed to provide athletes with vital leadership and event management skills, paving the way for active community contribution.
Titans Cricket in collaboration with the Bryanston-based Special Olympics South Africa has launched a six-week administrative training course aimed at empowering Special Olympics athletes.
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This initiative is designed to equip athletes with essential skills in administration, leadership, and event management, enhancing their capacity to contribute to their communities and the sporting world.
The course commenced on November 11 at SuperSport Park and provides participants with hands-on training over six weeks, covering vital topics such as facilities management, turf/grass management, coaching, and organisational skills.
The goal of this programme is to foster personal growth and provide athletes with the necessary tools to take on administrative and organisational roles within sports, entertainment, and beyond.
Titans Cricket CEO Jacques Faul said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Special Olympics South Africa on this important initiative. In the recent past, we’ve prioritised training and upskilling our members of staff, and to be able to pass on our skills and knowledge to others is a big bonus.
“Supporting athletes in their development goes beyond sports; it’s about empowering them to become leaders in their communities. We believe this training will have a lasting impact.”
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Special Olympics South Africa CEO Ancilla Smith said they were dedicated to providing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the opportunity to participate in sports and improve their overall quality of life.
“This partnership with Titans Cricket is an incredible opportunity for our athletes and Special Olympics South Africa as a whole,” said Smith. “Providing our athletes with the skills and confidence to take on leadership and administrative roles opens doors that extend beyond sports.
“This programme is a crucial step forward in our mission of inclusion, enabling our athletes to be active contributors not only within their communities but across the sporting world. It’s a powerful way to demonstrate that true inclusion means building spaces where everyone’s abilities can shine.”
Participants in the Titans Cricket and Special Olympics South Africa training programme will benefit from the expertise of seasoned professionals, gaining insights into the operations of sports organisations.
“By the end of the course, athletes will have the confidence and skills to contribute actively to the administration of sporting events and community initiatives,” Smith concluded.
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