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Debate on role of sport in society

by isleofman.com 23rd April 2015

Opportunities to develop sport in the Island and promote home grown talent abroad will be up for public debate tonight (23 April).
The Manx branch of the United Nations Association is hosting a panel event at Ballakermeen High School, to mark the UN's International Day of Sport and Peace earlier this month.
On the panel, local figureheads Geoff Karran, Dot Tilbury and Malcolm Blackburn will explain how they've built a strong talent pool in sports such as cycling and football.
The trio will also discuss their experience promoting Manx sport on the international stage.
Secretary of the Association Andrew Newton:

Back: the event starts at the Ballakermeen studio at 7pm, is free and open to all.
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Posted by isleofman.com
Thursday 23rd, April 2015 03:43pm.

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