Lucy Tappin - Disability Sports Development Officer

I have been involved in physical activity from a very early age, with a sporty family and great enthusiasm it was inevitable and great fortune that I am now working within the Oxfordshire Sports Partnership. I have played many different sports throughout my life at different levels with my main focus being Tennis, Netball and Football (depending on my delicate achilles!). I am currently the Oxfordshire Tennis Ladies County Champion and Captain of the county squad.

After finishing my University Sports Degree in Cardiff I was determined to work in the sports development field.  My first post was Sports Development Officer at OXSRAD Integrated Leisure Centre, where I set up a weekly Integrated Sports Youth Club and Sportsability Sessions to introduce disabled children to new sports and many more activities.

From this I moved on to my current role that was newly created in 2004. I work closely with Local Authorities, NGB’s, Schools, Sports Clubs, Charities and organisations created to develop, run and support disability, inclusive and adapted sports in Oxfordshire.

I have recently completed my level one and two in sign language which I enjoy learning and using very much.

My aim is to improve the opportunities for people of all abilities to start, stay and succeed in Sport.  I believe that sport is essential not only for a physically healthy nation but teaches many lessons in life about teamwork, determination and self-discipline.

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