That the Parliament congratulates Inaya Uddin, of Coatbridge and Chryston, on winning the Young Coach of the Year award at the sportscotland’s Scottish Sports Awards 2025, which were held on 15 December 2025 at Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket; recognises Inaya’s outstanding contribution to grassroots sport through her volunteering and coaching with Active Life Club over the last six years, during which she has progressed from a youth volunteer to a qualified football coach; commends her commitment to delivering inclusive, person-centered coaching that supports young people to develop not only sporting skills but also confidence, resilience and a sense of belonging; acknowledges the importance of her role as a positive role model for young women, particularly those from minority ethnic and underrepresented backgrounds, and the impact this has had in encouraging greater participation in football; notes her dedication to continuous professional development while balancing university studies and family commitments, and wishes Inaya every success as she continues to inspire others and contribute to a more inclusive future for sport in Scotland.
Supported by:
Karen Adam, Miles Briggs, Jackie Dunbar, Annabelle Ewing, Emma Harper, Jamie Hepburn, Audrey Nicoll, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance