Pool Academy teacher appointed to LA28 Paralympic Games

Matt Rogers, Applied Curriculum Lead at Pool Academyl, has been appointed Assistant Technical Delegate for Sitting Volleyball at LA28.

In the role, Mr Rogers will represent World ParaVolley and work with the organising committee to help plan and deliver the Sitting Volleyball competition.

Mr Rogers said: "I am thrilled to be able to take on this role around my school commitments and look forward to making the LA28 Games another pinnacle of the sport that I love.

"The Paralympic Games provide a global stage for both sporting performance and event delivery.

"I am committed to providing the best conditions and experience for players, coaches, spectators, and those watching around the world.

"I look forward to sharing this experience with my students and opening their eyes to the wide range of jobs that exist internationally in sport."

Pool Academy students develop their volleyball skills (Image: supplied)

He brings extensive experience to the role, including serving as a Sport Manager at London 2012 and the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, as well as a decade of organising international events for the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV).

At Pool Academy, Mr Rogers supports student volleyball clubs, runs volleyball activities for all year groups on Sports Day, and provides annual training in volleyball and sitting volleyball for the PE department and trainee teachers.

Batyr Kadyrbaiuly, sport director at World ParaVolley, said: "Matt Rogers brings extensive international experience and a strong understanding of Sitting Volleyball and major event delivery.

"His experience from previous Games and long-standing contribution to World ParaVolley make him a valuable addition to the LA28 team as Assistant Technical Delegate."

Tegen Thompson, headteacher at Pool Academy, said: "We are hugely proud of Matt and delighted to see his expertise recognised at this level.

"His passion for volleyball has made a real difference to our students."