The Association reported today that this conference was attended by around 50 athletic trainers, who had the opportunity to update their knowledge regarding the latest technologies and methodologies in the field of athletic training.

During the meeting, there were discussed important topics such as the use of GPS systems and the direct performance monitoring system, as well as how these technologies can contribute to improving the preparation and results of athletes.

Special attention was paid to the current status of the athletic trainer profession, with a focus on new licensing and qualification requirements in clubs.

Also invited was the coach of the Albanian National Football Team Sylvinjo, who discussed with the participants the importance of the role of the athletic trainer in a football team.

At the end of the meeting, there was announced winner of the prestigious “Golden Chronometer” award for the best athletic trainer of the year, which was won by Andri Babaj of KF Egnatias, an award that was presented to him by the coach of the National Team, Sylvinjo. This award was determined through a vote by the participants themselves and represents a symbol of honor and achievements of athletic trainers at the national level.

This activity was an excellent opportunity to deepen professional knowledge, share experiences and discuss the challenges and opportunities that modern football offers. /r.e/p.s./

Veliaj said that sport unites people, regardless of what they do or where they come from.

“Sport unites people! Due to the war in Ukraine, part of the Ukrainian athletics team has taken refuge in Albania. What we did with the Jews, with our brothers from Kosovo, what we did with the Afghans, what we did with the Iranians, we are now doing with the citizens of Ukraine, said Veliaj.

Speaking about investments in Tirana, he spoke about plans to invest in an indoor athletics stadium and mentioned some other dignified investments in sports.

During the next term, we want to make a closed athletics stadium, just as we want to renovate the “Selman Stërmasi” stadium and the “Asllan Rusi” sports palace – so these are three major projects in sports. Next month, we will take over the pools of Tirana; to give the Swimming Federation what it deserves, as its 20-year contract has expired there. So, things are coming where they should be while we give to the federations, sports, talents the facilities where to develop their activity “, he concluded.

On his part, President of the European Athletics Federation Karamarinov said that he is happy that Tirana is paying special attention to athletics.

“You are ready to make a new athletic track and I think we will find the best solution for athletics, the best solution for all young people in Tirana to have the opportunity to practice sport. This will also give Tirana the opportunity to host another competition,” said Karamarinov./p.s./

The mayor said the new track will be the most special in the Balkans.

“Before we went to the Olympic Games, we promised to Luiza Gega that we will have the track ready very soon, as a reward for her and all the promising young Albanian athletes, who work hard. It is in the dignity of the work that we do to keep our word and the word I have given is: Together with the Agency of Parks and Recreation, we will prepare the most unique track, in the Balkans, but also in Europe “, he affirmed.

Veliaj underlined the fact that the municipality of Tirana has made the biggest revolution in gyms and fields.

“Every investment we have made in sports has paid off. We gave a premium for Tirana which became a football champion. We are the first in volleyball and basketball. We won the Albanian Cup in men’s basketball. Therefore, we want to continue this success story. We are the number one investors, we have made the biggest revolution in gyms and in the fields “, stressed Veliaj.

The Olympic Track will be an added asset to the city and community. The necessary conditions and infrastructure for suitable training conditions are being created, which gives an opportunity to more Albanian athletics. The Olympic Running Track will be an area totally dedicated to athletics which will ‘blend’ with nature./p.s./

“Good news. Young athletes will now have their dedicated Olympic racetrack right at heart of the Grand Lake Park in Tirana due to complete by end of this year.

The outdoor Olympic running track is being built by the Municipality of Tirana through a fund of 58 million lek.

“We have taken care to preserve the environment, the trees, and build a beautiful oasis for athletics fans. We are currently installing the pipeline system collecting the water from both slopes,” said the project manager of the company constructing the 175-meter long and 93-meter wide racetrack.

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