Athletics Trust Scotland thanks David Ovens for his transformative impact, as he steps down as a Trustee on our Board following the expiration of his term.
David, who has just started a second term as Chair of Scottish Athletics, is an ardent supporter of making athletics more accessible and equitable. He has played a key role in setting our strategic direction – to transform lives through increasing participation in running and athletics – and has provided valuable support and counsel as we established plans to scale up our work following our launch in 2021.
A member of Fife AC, David also supports Steve Doig’s training group, which has produced two Paralympic champions in the form of Owen Miller in 2021 and Ben Sandilands in 2024.
In particular, we would like to David’s commitment to ATS, remaining on our Board while dealing with personal health issues.
On his departure, David said: “I am proud to have served on the Board of Athletics Trust Scotland and to have supported the organisation’s objectives, to promote inclusion and wellbeing across communities all over Scotland, through the sport of athletics.
“Under the leadership of its Chair, Graeme Jack, and its trustees, ATS has developed a clear and ambitious vision for how athletics can drive positive change in people’s lives. I look forward to seeing its impact continue to grow.”
Athletics Trust Scotland Chair, Graeme Jack, said: “I’m very grateful to David, and would like to record my thanks on behalf of the Board as he steps down. He played a key role in establishing this important charity for runners, then supporting it through its start up period. It’s now ready to build on its early successes, and he leaves ATS in great shape with exciting plans for the coming years.”
Thank you, David, and best wishes for the future!
