OTTAWA - Athletics Canada is pleased to announce today that Ozzie Sawicki has been named to the position of Para-Athletics Head Coach. Sawicki is tasked with the overall direction of the Canadian Para-Athletics team leading and developing them to the 2012 Paralympic Games while keeping in mind the critical need for a comprehensive and integrated long term development strategy; his position is effective as of Tuesday September 8, 2009.
Sawicki of Calgary, AB has been coaching since 1988 where he began his career from athlete to coach in alpine skiing. Most notably Ozzie was head coach of the Canadian Para-alpine ski team from 2000 to 2004. While in that position, he founded Pozitive Results Sport Strategies, a consultation company focused on solutions at all levels of sport.
Martin Goulet, Chief High Performance Officer comments “The Para Head Coach position is an absolutely critical piece to ensure a successful and cohesive para-athletics program. With his outstanding knowledge of the art & science of coaching and his superior planning, analysis and inter-personal skills, Ozzie is the kind of coaching leader we were looking for. We are truly delighted to welcome him onboard!”
Ozzie on his new responsibilities; “I am excited at both the opportunity and challenge in taking on the Para-Athletics Head Coaching role. I believe Canada can enjoy continued success in Para-Athletics on the international stage by focusing on a collaborative strategy that links entry level, development and high performance program goals together; and through providing excellence in coaching by ensuring quality coach education and professional development."
A chartered professional high performance coach, Sawicki also holds experience with the Canadian Paralympic Committee where he acts as a representative on the Board of Directors and as a member of the CPC high performance committee.
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