HTTPS://PADDLEUK.ORG.UKHave you been enjoying your November paddles so far? If so, it’s definitely time to start thinking about adding a layer or two.
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Keep up to date with all things Paddle UK by visiting the news page on the Paddle UK Website: https://paddleuk.org.uk/category/all-news/. For now, check out a few recent news stories below…
New collaborative incident reporting system launched
Paddle UK, the British Stand Up Paddleboard Association, and Surfing England have launched a new, collaborative online incident reporting system for paddlesport. The system aims to streamline incident reporting by providing one place to report all paddlesport-related incidents. It is available via the Paddle UK website and can be used by anyone to report an incident or notable event that occurred during any paddlesport activity.
Find out more: https://paddleuk.org.uk/new-collaborative-incident-reporting-system-launched/.
Addlestone and Pleasley Vale Canoe Club’s receive King’s Award
Addlestone Canoe Club in Surrey, and The Pleasley Vale Canoe and Outdoor Activity Club, in Derbyshire, have been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024. It is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK, the equivalent of a MBE.
Find out more: https://paddleuk.org.uk/addlestone-canoe-club-receives-kings-award/.
Tokyo Olympian Katie Reid retires from international racing
Tokyo Olympian and canoe sprint athlete Katie Reid has announced her retirement from international racing after a decade in the sport. The 29-year-old made history on her Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, as she was part of the first athlete cohort to compete in the C1 women’s 200m, which also made its Games debut in Japan.
Read about Katie’s career: https://paddleuk.org.uk/tokyo-olympian-katie-reid-retires-from-international-racing/.
Buckingham Palace Hosts Historic Event to Recognise Coaches’ Vital Contribution to British Sport. A number of Paddle UK coaches were celebrated at Buckingham Palace as over 300 Olympic and Paralympic coaches were recognised for their remarkable contribution to sport in the UK.
Read more here: https://paddleuk.org.uk/paddle-uk-performance-coaches-celebrated-at-royal-reception/.
