Peter Maliphant (orienteering) Winner
A junior orienteering squad coach in south-west England, Peter has navigated the difficulties presented by local terrain with aplomb, inspiring regional athletes in UK-wide competitions and empowering them to represent England and Great Britain at home and on the European and world stages.
His focus on individual development, with consideration of mental well-being, physical health and success - especially throughout the pandemic - proved uplifting to his squad members. His virtual sessions at this time prepared his athletes for success, post-lockdown. Peter is as much a mentor as he is a coach.
Recognising athletes are individuals, he takes time getting to know each person and their guardians, encouraging parental involvement. His tailored training support and competition analysis promote programme ownership, with his athletes setting – and achieving – personal goals. Such an approach to coaching has developed young people's skills, knowledge, confidence and awareness of the talent pathway.
An excellent listener and team player who actively supports other coaches, Peter recently won the British Orienteering Coach of the Year award.
Stephanie Gill (archery)
Stephanie is head junior coach of Deer Park Archers and is recognised for her ability to identify and develop talent. Her current archers have medalled at the European Youth Championships, made the national development programme, been selected for Archery GB's youth team and represented England, winning medals at the British Championships. One of Stephanie's archers with a disability continues to represent Great Britain in the able-bodied category.
Her whole-person coaching programmes and organised leadership of talent development from beginner level have resulted in Stephanie being appointed to the national youth squad. She supports young talent by developing confidence and independence, establishing positive partnerships and coaching all abilities, nurturing a fantastic culture for athletes and their guardians.
The highest standards of safety, safeguarding and team building are promoted in her sessions, with open discussions and innovative practices focused on development, strategy and confidence. Each person's success and hard work are celebrated.
A successful compound coach, Stephanie engages her athletes in video analysis, shares latest thinking, mentors other coaches, and runs national development workshops.
Vlada Priestman (archery)
Vlada has been a key member of the Archery GB performance pathway team since 2015 and has worked across the full spectrum of archery, from grassroots to elite level. She is also head coach of Lancaster University and Nethermoss Archery Club.
Developing archers at county and national level, her coaching prowess has supported Team GB representation and a significant medal haul at the European Youth Cup and European Youth Championships. Vlada's archers have secured podium positions at the Archery GB Youth Festival, with representation at the Commonwealth European Championships.
A former international archer herself who has dedicated 40 years to the sport, Vlada - selected on UK Sport's female coaches leadership programme - fully understands the requirements of archery. Her person-centred, supportive approach values her archers, their goals and an appreciation of life balance, with comprehensive, flexible training plans and debriefing sessions key to her success.
Working in a primary school helps Vlada relate to all her athletes, regardless of their age, meaning she's able to actively listen and tailor coaching programmes to individual needs.