Paddy said he was extremely proud to be in the running for the Young Coach of the Year Award.
The 25-year-old has also been shortlisted alongside Moulton plus gymnastic’s Issy Haigh and wheelchair basketball’s Fran Evans.
He said: “After what has been an extremely tough year, it is an honour to me that all the work and effort has been recognised by UK Coaching.
“I honestly didn’t think I would get this far – I was really proud to be nominated by Sevenoaks Swimming Club, let alone be a finalist for this award.
“I could never have predicted when I started coaching swimming four years ago that it would lead to this so to say I’m pleased would be an understatement!
“Whatever happens now, I’ll be really happy. All the work I did during lockdown was already rewarded with all my swimmers wanting to come back after lockdown was lifted.
“Being a finalist for Young Coach of the Year is the icing on the cake and I couldn’t be prouder!”
Recognise outstanding contributions
Emma Atkins, UK Coaching’s Director of Coaching, said: “The UK Coaching Awards is a true highlight of the year and although December’s event will look slightly different, it is more important than ever to recognise the outstanding contributions of coaches this year.The awards aim to recognise and honour the efforts of coaches across the country and the contribution they make in transforming lives in communities nationwide – especially poignant this year, against the backdrop of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“More than three million people regularly coach across the UK and I’ve been absolutely blown away with how quickly coaches were able to adapt during the pandemic to continue meeting the needs of their participants, from grassroots to elite level.
“I would like to offer huge congratulations to Emma and Paddy and all of those who have been nominated for awards.
“The standard of nominations we received this year was extraordinary, demonstrating the impact that great coaches have had this year.
“Thank you to all our coaches across the UK, and to our finalists. We are all looking forward to celebrating your achievements in December.”
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