Coaches, and other Athlete Support Personnel, who have a close and trusted relationship with an athlete have a significant and influential role in clean sport. Athletes rely on their entourage as a vital source of information and as a mentor. This requires an understanding of anti-doping rules and how they can positively influence an athlete’s … Continue reading ITA Webinar: A Coaches Role in Clean Sport
Derrell and West named as delegates for the 63rd International Session
The Barbados Olympic Association Inc. (BOA) announced that Jessica Derrell and Solomon West are off to represent Barbados at the 63rd International Session for Young Olympic Ambassadors (YOA) in Greece. Formerly known as the International Session for Young Participants, the conference is expected to attract 130 delegates from around the globe to discuss a way forward … Continue reading Derrell and West named as delegates for the 63rd International Session
Call For Applications: Master’s Degree “Olympic Studies, Olympic Education, Organisation and Management of Olympic Events”
1st semester: 15/9 - 18/11/2023, 2nd semester: 7/4 - 9/6/2024 Application deadline: 30 April 2023 IOA, Campus The Department of Sports Organization and Management (in Sparta-Greece) of the University of Peloponnese in collaboration with the International Olympic Academy organizes for the Academic year of 2023-2024 the Master’s Degree Programme.The Master’s Degree Programme in Olympic Studies constitutes an innovation in … Continue reading Call For Applications: Master’s Degree “Olympic Studies, Olympic Education, Organisation and Management of Olympic Events”
2023 MEMOS XXVI Candidature Process Has Opened
The candidature process for MEMOS XXVI (August 2023 – September 2024) is open and interested persons are being invited to apply. MEMOS is an Executive Masters in Sport Organisation Management. The mission of MEMOS is to help professionals working in national or international sports bodies to develop the knowledge required in order to better manage … Continue reading 2023 MEMOS XXVI Candidature Process Has Opened
International Coaching Course (ICC)
International Coaching Course (ICC) The ICC is designed to train and educate coaches from around the world. The programme attempts to promote and develop excellence in coaching. The course provides coaches with a systematic way to improve their knowledge and skills in the theoretical, technical and practical aspects of coaching.The ICC is delivered by the … Continue reading International Coaching Course (ICC)
Applications Open for International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) 2023
International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) ICECP is a high-level coaching education course offered by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), in partnership with Olympic Solidarity and the University of Delaware. ICECP aims to provide national level coaches, and those responsible for the development of the national coaching structures in their countries, with a … Continue reading Applications Open for International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) 2023
Barbadian Handball Coach Awarded Scholarship to International Support Program for African and Caribbean Sport
Multitalented Barbadian Athlete and Coach Andre Moore has been awarded a scholarship from Olympic Solidarity to participate in the International Support Program for African and Caribbean Sport (PAISAC). From November 1, 2022, to May 15, 2023, Moore will be immersed in the program focused on training coaches in applied sports sciences. Its objectives include improving … Continue reading Barbadian Handball Coach Awarded Scholarship to International Support Program for African and Caribbean Sport
MEMOS Distinction for Haynes
On September 9, 2022, Dionne Haynes, Vice President of the Barbados Badminton Association, graduated from the MEMOS (Executive Masters in Sports Organisations Management) programme with a Distinction. Haynes commenced the MEMOS XXIV programme last September. The course consisted of four modules, in person and online, and covered topics such as Strategic Management and Governance, Performance … Continue reading MEMOS Distinction for Haynes
National Session for Young Participants 2022 (NSYP 2022) This August
The National Session for Young Participants will be held on Saturday, 20 August – Sunday 21 August 2022 at Erdiston Teachers’ Training College. There is still an opportunity for young persons between the ages of 20 and 30 years to participate in this exciting programme. You are encouraged to select a young person from your … Continue reading National Session for Young Participants 2022 (NSYP 2022) This August
Another Barbadian Selected for MEMOS
Julia Broome has been accepted to participate in the Executive Masters in Sport Organisations Management (MEMOS) XXV Programme, which runs from August 2022 to September 2023. MEMOS seeks to develop the knowledge of professionals working in national or international sports bodies in order to enhance the management of their organisations. Broome’s 25 years of experience in sports … Continue reading Another Barbadian Selected for MEMOS