Scott Duffy Buderim Qld Ph 0411 239 527 26/07/2012 I first met Shane Dalziel some years ago through his role as Head Coach at the Alexandra Headland Surf Lifesaving Club, where my son Jy competed as a “Nipper”. As Jy progressed into the senior ranks of the club, Shane suggested he “come and try kayaking” at some sessions he was running as volunteer coach for the Kawana Waters Canoe Club. That was in July 2010. Shane obviously recognised something in Jy, as in the 2 years since he has taken him from not being able to sit in a kayak to winning 4 bronze medals at the 2012 National Sprint Kayak Titles and being selected as a member of the Olympic Hopes Australian Team to travel to Hungary in September 2012. Shane’s generous giving of his time, his knowledge of the sport of kayaking, his attention to detail, and his uncanny ability to get his message across to paddlers of all ability levels, combine to make him a wonderful mentor to any aspiring athlete. I have been privileged to watch Shane over the past couple of years, and his ability to impart his extensive knowledge of paddling technique and the disciplines associated with paddling are most impressive. He interacts well with paddlers of all levels, and is particularly adept at getting the best out of young paddlers. Through his skills and approach he has been instrumental in introducing many new paddlers to both the surf club and the kayak club. He is a first rate coach and an outstanding role model for young paddlers. His devotion to the sport means he would be an outstanding asset to any organisation who engaged him in a coaching capacity. Shane has my utmost support and recommendation for any coaching position he pursues.
Sincerely,
Scott Duffy Ph 0411 239 527