Sports development

Whether you’re a participant, volunteer or spectator, sport has the ability to change your life for the better. Our Sports Development team is committed to providing a high-quality network of clubs, coaches, pathways, volunteers, facilities and sporting opportunities.

The people of the Scottish Borders are proud of the region’s sporting legacy and we will work to ensure sport continues to be a dynamic and invigorating part of life.

We are dedicated to increasing the number of participants in sport in the Borders and inspiring everyone to improve their lives through physical activity and sport.

Get in touch

If you have any queries on the target sports or how to get involved please contact the relevant officer.  If your sport is not listed, please contact either the East or West Development Officer:

Club Development Officer (East):  Chris Bryant chris.bryant@scotborders.gov.uk
Club Development Officer (West):  Mark Forsyth mark.forsyth@scotborders.gov.uk

Cycling:  Chris Bryant chris.bryant@scotborders.gov.uk

Disability Sport:  Greig Shortreed greig.shortreed@scotborders.gov.uk

Athletics:  Neil Renton neil.renton@scotborders.gov.uk

Football:  Drew Kelly drew.kelly@scotborders.gov.uk

Hockey:  Sarah Glendinning sarah.glendinning@scotborders.gov.uk

Athlete Support Programme:  Neil Renton neil.renton@scotborders.gov.uk