Athletics Canada Launches 2024 Coach Mentorship Program

Athletics Canada has launched its 2024 Coach Mentorship Program, selecting 30 coaches to enhance their professional development through mentorship and personal growth opportunities, running from December 2024 to Summer 2025. Conor Turner has transitioned from semi-professional rugby to becoming the Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach for Rugby Canada’s National Development Academy, focusing on skill development for young athletes. In celebration of World Kindness Week, USA TODAY highlighted heartwarming sports moments, including acts of compassion at the Boston Marathon and a soccer fan narrating a game for his visually impaired friend. Kevin Dineen and Ian O’Brien are coaching an Inclusion basketball team, creating a supportive environment for children of all abilities, culminating in the first-ever basketball tournament in Ireland for those with additional needs. Their focus on inclusion emphasizes skill development and community, demonstrating the broader impact of sports beyond competition.