Event

The St. Augustine Academy of Sport (SAAS), under the Faculty of Sport, will be hosting a virtual discussion titled Financially Fit – How to add financial value to your sports career on Monday, May 31 at 7:30 pm. Featured speakers are Mr. Bruce R.V. James, Ms. Grace Jackson, OLY and Mr. Holland Bronte Tinkew.

This second free virtual discussion focuses on financial planning for the professional athlete, in preparation for a lifetime of financial wellness after a career in sports. This session will enhance knowledge about financial planning to aid in improving financial security in the future. 

This session is Open to Athletes, Coaches, Sports Administrators and anyone generally involved in sport. 

For more information send an email to specinfo@sta.uwi.edu

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an impact on sporting events globally, The St. Augustine Academy of Sport remains committed to connecting with athletes from the junior to elite levels to share information on various topics, in an effort to deepen the understanding of issues related to the future of sport. This is the Academy’s second in a series of virtual discussions which will focus on financial planning for the professional athlete, in preparation for a lifetime of financial wellness after a career in sports. 

The discussion will look at: 

The lack of understanding that young athletes have concerning what should be done with the monies that they receive..

The opportunities that exist to further, generate income. 

Thinking about retirement – Early! 

What to expect when you move from club level to professional level.