In light of the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, Scottish Disability Sport aims to provide SDS Branches and sports clubs with further clarity and direction in relation to their planning whilst also ensuring the continued safety of participants and athletes. The following statement has been prepared by SDS:
All physical face-to-face national events including engagement days, para-sport festivals and national championships will remain cancelled until the beginning of September 2021. A further review will take place in May to review the position given the need to be responsive to the ever-changing position. All education and training sessions will continue to take place online with a further review for face-to-face delivery, also in May. As a multi-sport organisation advice from sportscotland, the sport-specific governing bodies, Active Scotland and the Scottish Government has been considered. This decision is to provide clarity for Branches and clubs to allow them to communicate effectively with their members.
The return of regional and national squad training will be considered on a case by case basis depending on the nature of the sport, the environment and the underlying health conditions of the athletes. Guidance and advice from sportscotland, the sport-specific governing bodies, Active Scotland and the Scottish Government will again be considered. SDS will provide ongoing support and guidance on the return to sport in Scotland. It is essential we remain alert to the ever-changing environment and SDS will endeavour to keep you up to date throughout.
All Scottish boccia clubs should follow the Return to Boccia guidance issued by SDS.
Many thanks to all the participants, athletes, coaches and volunteers for the support and patience you have all shown throughout this difficult period. Everyone at SDS looks forward to the day when we can support the facilitation of a safe return to sport.