Samara Sports Minister Interview

Samara Sports Minister Interview

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Samara Sports Minister Interview

An interview with Samara's Minister of Sport, Lydia Rogozhinskaya, discusses citizen sports involvement, support programs, curling accreditation issues, and plans for a major sports forum.

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PoliticsSportsInterviewRegional DevelopmentAthletics
Ministry Of Sports Of The Samara RegionCurling FederationRadio Kp-SamaraOlympic Committee Of RussiaParalympic Committee Of Russia
Lydia RogozhinskayaVyacheslav FedorishchevVera Konstantinovna BogushLyudmila Anatolyevna IvanovaVyacheslav Fedorovich Shmelev
Do you personally find time for sports?
The minister tries to maintain her physical fitness, although time constraints limit her ability to dedicate significant time to it.
What is the current situation with curling and its accreditation?
The curling federation's accreditation was revoked due to documented violations. However, athletes continue training at the sports school, and the sports preparation center will manage team formation and participation in official competitions.
How would you assess the involvement of the region's citizens in sports?
The involvement of Samara region citizens in sports is increasing, with 57.1% participation in 2023. Popular activities include running, Nordic walking, and swimming, facilitated by improved infrastructure like new sports zones on riverfront areas.
What is the regional "Master of Sports" program, and what are its key directions?
The "Master of Sports" program supports athletes through social aid, infrastructure development, and funding for municipal sports initiatives. It has already provided 47 million rubles in subsidies to 37 municipalities.
What support measures are provided for amateur athletes living in remote settlements?
The "Zemsky Trainer" program, starting in 2025, aims to attract qualified coaches to rural areas with financial incentives. The program is designed to improve sports opportunities in rural areas by providing specialized coaching.