Loch Earn's Official Wakeboarding Event
WakeScot, Loch Earn’s official wakeboarding event, are preparing for their biggest year yet. Organisers of the event, which is now in its 3rd year and is the longest running wakeboarding event in Scotland, are delighted with the response they have been getting from people wanting to know more about it.
Barry McGrandles, Outdoor Activities Director for Active Scotland, explained, ‘It’s always hard to start up an event and keep it going so I think people can see what we are trying to do and that we have a genuine interest in developing the sport. It’s made even clearer by the fact that we are seen by governing body Waterski Scotland as an event that can be used as a platform for all levels of rider who wish to compete in competition in Scotland.’
The event though is not only supported by both governing bodies in Britain but also by local and national companies who share the brothers same drive to develop grass roots sports in the area. Matt, Barry’s brother, who deals with organising the event and securing support says, ‘It takes time to get the message across that our event is all about the riders and gaining support is not easy especially in this current climate. We dedicate a lot of time and finance to making this event happen but it takes more than just our business to make it work. Just speak to anyone that organises events and they will appreciate what kind of dynamics it takes to actually get something like this off the ground.’
Indeed Matt has been organising events for many years with one of his first events being the International Festival of Youth Rugby in 97 where he managed the 6000 players, staff and games throughout Scotland. WakeScot is certainly not at this level but the brothers have a long term view and believe that with the correct people supporting it they can take their event to being the leading wakeboarding festival in Scotland.
WakeScot kicks off on Saturday 14th August with the coaching clinic starting at 9am. So if you are looking for a day away with friends and family then why not check this event out as it promises to be as spectacular as last years. Further details can be found at www.wakescot.com
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