The Angling Trust has announced the appointment of Paul Etherington as the new manager of the England Anglers with Disabilities squad. Paul brings a wealth of experience to the role, boasting expertise in team management and a long history of supporting anglers with disabilities.
Building on success
Paul joins the team with a strong foundation laid by outgoing manager John Weeden. John has agreed to continue his remarkable fundraising efforts, ensuring financial support for the squad and its members.
A vision for the future
“Paul impressed the interview panel with his ambitious plans,” said Steve Fitzpatrick, Angling Trust Head of Competitions. Highlighting Paul’s goals of:
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Developing grassroots opportunities for disabled anglers.
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Expanding assessment days to identify new talent.
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Supporting the Disabled National Championships.
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Raising the profile of disability angling across England.
Embracing the challenge
"I understand the challenges ahead," Paul stated, "but I'm fully committed to building a successful team." He expressed his gratitude to the Angling Trust for the opportunity and emphasised his eagerness to get started.
Join the team
With the World Championships in Portugal set for mid-2025, Paul is eager to recruit talented disabled anglers. Assessment days will be advertised in the coming months, so keep an eye out on the angling trust website if you're interested in joining the national team.
Sponsorhip
The England Disabled squad thrives on donations from kind supporters. However, they seek a long-term sponsor to ensure consistent funding. If you're interested in helping this dedicated team achieve international success, contact Steve Fitzpatrick at steve.fitzpatrick@anglingtrust.net.
