Wednesday December 18th 2024
Leah was presented her award at her club in Bonnyrigg by JudoScotland Club Support Officer Sam Ingram.
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Luke Jackson
Leah Baillie, a dedicated member of Just Judo Clubs in Bonnyrigg, has been honoured as JudoScotland’s Young Technical Official of the Year. This prestigious award is part of the JudoScotland Coaching and Volunteering Awards, a national initiative that recognises the hard work and commitment of judo’s volunteers across Scotland.
The Young Technical Official of the Year Award honours an individual aged 25 or under who has made an outstanding impact in their role, significantly enhancing the competition structure and creating exceptional opportunities and experiences within judo.
Leah has made a remarkable impression within the JudoScotland Referee and Official workforce. Starting as a volunteer timekeeper at club events. She has steadily progressed in her officiating journey, contributing to numerous JudoScotland events. Since completing her contest recorder course in May, Leah has shown exceptional dedication to her development as a technical official. She is now focused on advancing her journey toward achieving her goal of becoming a senior recorder.
Martin Baillie, Leah’s dad, shared, “We’re incredibly proud of Leah. She has put in so much effort to get to where she is today, and we couldn’t be happier for her.”
David Somerville, Club Coach at Just Judo, remarked, “Volunteers are the backbone of our sport, and young volunteers like Leah are the future of that foundation.”
Leah Baillie expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’m thrilled to receive this award. I love contributing to the judo community through my roles as a contest recorder and timekeeper.”
Sam Ingram of JudoScotland added, ” Leah consistently goes above and beyond, actively engaging in every opportunity to support Judo events and her own development. She’s a brilliant example of the positive impact a young person can have in sport.”
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