2022 Athlete Travel Award Scheme Profile – Ross Sinclair

This year 11 local athletes are benefiting from the sportscotland Athlete Travel Award Scheme (ATAS). The Scheme is an ongoing partnership between sportscotland and the participating local authorities in Highlands & Islands - Orkney Islands, Western Isles, Shetland Islands and Highlands Councils.

Orkney Islands Council are extremely grateful to also have a partnership with Stagecoach which allows us to enhance and extend our programme in Orkney.

Take a look here to find out more about what this means to Ross  -

Name

Ross Sinclair

Age

20

Sport

Olympic Weightlifting

What inspired you to take up your sport?

I have been involved in sport since a young age. Due to injuries in other sports I started weight training to combat the issues. I then found I had some natural ability in the sport. I was immediately hooked after my first session at Orkney Amateur Weightlifting Club.

Best Achievement this ATAS year?

I kept my title as Scottish u81kg junior and under 23 champion. I was also taken to the Commonwealth Games with the Achieve programme as part of team Scotland as a potential for the next games in 2026. I was also selected for Team Scotland Celtic Games Squad which is made up of 9 males over all age groups.

What does ATAS mean to you?

ATAS allows me to attend more competitions and training session with Team Scotland. This enables me to have access to high level coaches where I benefit greatly.