NOMINATION DEADLINE IS MAY 15TH ANNUALLY.
The nominee shall be or has been a CBTF Technical Association Member as a Skills Development Program Adjudicator, Course Conductor, Coach and/or Judge. This award shall be presented to a TA Member who demonstrates excellence in the
following areas:
- Has made long term contributions to the sport of Baton Twirling locally, provincially, nationally and internationally such as:
- assisted in the development of CBTF courses and programs
- developed and/or contributed to the creation of manuals and videos
- volunteer involvement (eg: administrative, technical)
- Is supportive of all CBTF events and programs
- Seeks continual professional growth through exposure to baton-related events (e.g., clinics, workshops, competitions, courses) and other related disciplines (e.g., dance, theatre, gymnastics, skating and cultural activities)
- Presents a positive, professional image; adheres to the rules, creeds, and policies of CBTF including the Technical Association Professionalism Policy.
- Demonstrates integrity, responsibility, and dedication to the sport of baton twirling
- Demonstrates concern for the all-round development of all athletes and technical members
Should the nominee be a coach:
- They have coached baton twirling lessons, clinics, camps or workshops locally, provincially, nationally and/or internationally.
- Their club and/or individual athletes have consistently improved, achieved personal goals and experienced success.
- They epitomize the very essence of the meaning of Coach - an individual who adheres to the CBTF Coaches’ Creed, teaches, mentors, guides, supports, encourages and above all, has a positive long-term influence on the athletes they have coached.
Should the nominee be a judge:
- They have judged baton competitions locally, provincially, nationally and/or internationally.
- They adhere to the CBTF Judges’ Creed, Judges’ Code of Conduct & Ethics and Judges Uniform Policy.
- They epitomize the very essence of the meaning of Judge – an individual who fairly assesses the routines before them without bias or conflict of interest, keeps updated on all judging rules & regulations, reflects a positive attitude in
their communications, and, above all, has a positive long-term influence on the athletes they have judged.
One recipient may be chosen by Lynda Garland for presentation at the Awards Ceremony of either the Canadian Team Trials or the Canadian Championships. Nominations shall be accepted from any current CBTF member.
A list of previous recipients can be found on the CBTF Website: https://www.cbtf.ca/article/lynda-garlands-award-excellence-0