Neil McMurdo was presented with the Disability Award at the recent Clubsports Berwickshire Annual Awards, which took place at the beginning of November. Neil, who currently plays boccia, has tasted success as a player both locally and nationally in the sport while also leading coaching sessions to other Borders players in his home town of Eyemouth. In addition to this work, Neil also acts as treasurer for the Borders Boccia Club ensuring the smooth running of the club matters for session across the local authority.
Another Borders boccia coach was also recognised for his considerable input within the region, leading session in Galashiels on a weekly basis and acting as a ‘true inspiration’ and ‘role model’ for all aspiring athletes and coaches across the Scottish Borders. Hawick based Evans, was awarded the Disability Award at the recent ClubSport Roxburgh, highlighting the hard work and enthusiasm that he brings to each boccia session. Like fellow coach McMurdo, Ryan has also tasted success as a boccia player having claimed one of the podium places at the Scottish Disability Sport Boccia Championships in 2017.
The Clubsport Awards recognise the significant achievements and contributions made by individuals from the specific regions across the Scottish Borders and previous recent winners include World Champion para athlete Sammi Kinghorn and para bowler Mike Nicoll who was part of Team Scotland at this year’s Commonwealth Games.
Part of the charitable organisation Live Borders, ClubSport represents and supports local member clubs, organisations and individuals to help everyone to achieve their sporting goals. To find out more about ClubSport across the Borders please contact Greig Shortreed on gshortreed@liveborders.org.uk.
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