New Camanachd Association Ruari Davidson says his priority is to meet and consult with members of the shinty community to shape future of the sport
The new chief executive officer of the Camanachd Association says his immediate priority will be to meet with member clubs and hear their thoughts on what the future of the sport should look like.
Ruari Davidson has taken over the role, having come into the sport when his son started playing for Aberlour.
Although somewhat familiar with the landscape, Davidson is looking to lean on the expertise of those who make their shinty communities tick to ensure the sport remains strong throughout the country.
“It’s a real honour and privilege to be given this opportunity, and to be working in a sport that has such a rich and cultural sporting heritage,” he told the Camanachd Association.
“The first thing I’ve got to say is that I’ve been hugely impressed by the warm welcome I have received from the whole shinty community. It has been really heartfelt, and has made me feel part of the whole association.
“What is clear to me is that we’ve got a really dedicated staff at the Camanachd Association that are committed to supporting our members moving forward.
“The most important thing for me and the staff team is to get to know our members and clubs better, and understand what is happening within the shinty community - and have our own role in developing and supporting that where we can.”
Davidson has come into the role where there is a major ongoing project in the shape of the redevelopment of Bught Park, but he sees than as an exciting opportunity, saying: “I’m really excited to see that development take shape and be completed early next year, and there are opportunities for us through the shinty museum.
“We would like to engage with our members over what they would like to see in that experience, and we would encourage people to tell us their stories of what they would like to see represented.
“I’m conscious that the development should be enjoyed by the whole shinty community, so that’s something we’ll be talking about in due course.”
