Cash backing for local sports stars

 

The grant scheme, which is open to athletes living in Montgomeryshire, is given to sportspeople who have qualified or been selected to compete at national level or above in a sport recognised by Sports Wales.

 

A grant of up to £200 can be used for equipment, competition expenses and coaching costs. The grant scheme is administered by Powys County Councils Sports Development team and applications are assessed by a panel who meet twice a year.

 

10 Montgomeryshire athletes received a grant in the second round of funding.

*       Daniel Jones – Swimming

*       Chelsea Jackson – Sailing

*       Daisy Smith – Hockey

*       Emilie Gwilt – Badminton

*       Oliver Gwilt – Badminton

*       Catrin Thomas – Athletics

*       Lucy Davies- Hockey

*       Sean Squibb – Athletics

*       Sara Rudd – Hockey

*       James Dawson – Mounted Games

 

Coach Education Support Grant

*       Michael Beloe – Bowls coaching

*       Annabel Hartshorne – Level 3 Gymnastics Coaching Qualification

 

Event Support Grant

*       Maldwyn Dragons Gymnastics – Host a New Cheerleading event

 

In total, £1,625 was awarded to athletes, clubs and coaches in a range of sports

 

For information about the award scheme or an application form telephone 01686 614063 or email katie.hamer@powys.gov.uk. The deadline for the next round of applications is September 30.