Sport Assistant​

Sport Assistant​

  • Sport Assistant​ – volunteers interested in assisting at Sport Training who may/may not wish to progress to coach.
    May include the following: field set up, athlete escorting, facilities set up, supporting coaches at competitions, helping to organize transportation, equipment, or facilities for your club

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