Tambakopoulos joins GCG with an exceptional background and over 15 years of involvement in sport as a manager, coach, judge, and volunteer, with a strong understanding of the Canadian sport system and gymnastics. Most recently as the Director General at Unigym Gatineau, she was responsible for implementing and overseeing strategic planning and providing the operational framework for the four training centers across Gatineau. Unigym Gatineau is one of the largest and most successful gymnastics clubs in Canada, with over 6000 members annually as well as 125 employees. Unigym is active at the local, provincial, and national levels, and has hosted numerous events including the Artistic Gymnastics Canadian Championships in 2015.
“Amanda’s combined background and experience will make her an excellent addition to the GCG team, and we look forward to having her join us in November,” said Peter Nicol, President/CEO of Gymnastics Canada.
“I am excited and motivated to be joining GCG and look forward to contributing to the women’s artistic gymnastics program and being part of the team,” said Tambakopoulos.
Tambakopoulos will work together with all of our stakeholders in artistic gymnastics as we build towards success in Tokyo 2020 and beyond.
ABOUT GYMNASTICS CANADA
First established in 1969, Gymnastics Canada is the national governing body for the sport of gymnastics in Canada. Gymnastics Canada works closely with the twelve Provincial Federations and the 700 local clubs to provide a broad range of programs and services to meet the needs of all participants. From athlete development, to coaching and judging education, Gymnastics Canada sets the operating standards and practices for the sport in Canada. Our mandate is to promote and provide positive and diverse gymnastics experience through the delivery of quality and safe gymnastics programming. Visit www.gymcan.org for more information, or follow us @CDNgymnastics
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