Airnel’s European Adventures

Airnel’s European Adventures for Philippine Athletics

Airnel’s European Adventures for Philippine Athletics

Oct 24,2017

Text and Photos: Prof. Airnel T. Abarra– Head Coach Ateneo de Davao University Athletics Team

With Photos From Mr. Ed Leuenberger Jr.

Through our consistent effort to connect and learn with countries with a strong culture in Athletics. We got finally invited by two leading clubs in the Czech Republic and Germany. SSK Vitkovice Athletics Club of Ostrava, Czech Republic.

Give us the chance to watch and experience world-class Athletics action of the 55th Golden Spike Ostrava.

At the newly refurbished Městský stadion, Vitkovice, Ostrava, the Czech Republic on 20-May-2016. While MTG Mannheim Leichathletik provided us with the time and facility to do a 3-day training camp in Michael Hoffman Stadion, Mannheim, Germany, on 22-26 May.

Selected Ateneo de Davao University Athletics Team members and their parents.

Saw live Olympic and World Record holder Usain Bolt is one of the IAAF World Challenge’s major events.

Ateneo de Davao University Athletes with German National Sprinter Alexandra Burghardt.


Spike Tour European Lessons for Philippine Athletics

Few days after Golden Spike Ostrava, the Ateneo de Davao Athletics team went to MTG Mannheim Leichathletik (MTG Mannheim Athletics) in Mannheim, Germany. And spent 3 days of training and coaching with one of the leading athletics clubs in Germany.

MTG Mannheim is the home of most German National Athletes in Sprints and Field Events. One of them is the star of Team Germany on the 100m dash Alexandra Burghardt. Headed by its director and our host Mr. Michael Germann. Provided hands-on information on training sequences and drills, especially for young athletes.

European Lessons for Philippine Athletics
European Lessons for Philippine Athletics: Ateneo de Davao University Athletics Community doing the classic “Duterte Fist.” Upon arrival at MTG Mannheim Leichathletik with its head Mr. Michael Germann.
European Lessons for Philippine Athletics
European Lessons for Philippine Athletics: Alexandra Burghardt took a break from her busy Olympic training schedule. To spend time with ADDU Athletes teaching proper warm-up, stretching, and drills.

We know the difference between the European Union and Philippine Athletics in terms of facilities and other aspects. What thing can we learn from them? We observed the following culture:

European Lessons for Philippine Athletics
European Lessons for Philippine Athletics: We are like VIPs in Golden Spike Ostrava, as seen in this shuttle service.

European Lessons for Philippine Athletics: VIP Treatment

The culture of excellence- upon watching Golden Spike Ostrava-makes sure that all things needed for the athletic competition are provided. We met a carpool service using high-end cars upon arriving at the train station because Golden Spike Ostrava’s organizers have done this 55 times. No wonder they had the support not only of the government. But also private entities because they kept on improving the event.

I remembered last year; the media center is in a temporary room near the stadium’s lower level. Now that the media center is at a new and better place at the stadium. If only our meets will keep up this character of excellence. Surely, Athletics will draw more crowds.

Usain Bolt on Parade during the 2016 Golden Spike Ostrava Opening Series.
Usain Bolt on Parade during the 2016 Golden Spike Ostrava Opening Ceremonies.-Photo by Mr. Ed Leuenberger
Language is not a barrier for these two coaches as they exchanged views related on training.
Language is not a barrier for these two coaches as they exchanged views related to training. Photo by: Mr. Ed Leuenberger

Culture of openness

I’ve seen how accommodating the MTG Mannheim community was during our training camp inside their facility. Even though there is a language barrier; German National Sprint Coach Valerij Bauer shared his training techniques. Meanwhile, Alexandra Burghardt, even though she is preparing for Olympic qualifiers, took the time to meet us and lead our athletes’ warm-ups and drills. On top of this, Michael Germann, even though he is the head of the MTG Mannheim, takes care of everything we need to make our stay in the city more comfortable. The hands-on attitude of sports leaders in Germany should be emulated by those leaders who never go down from their “ivory towers.”

 

The head of MTG Mannheim Leichathletik Michael Germann taking a moment with Ateneo de Davao University Athletes.
The head of MTG Mannheim Leichathletik Michael Germann taking a moment with Ateneo de Davao University Athletes.- Ed Leuenberger

 

Culture of integrity

In Golden Spike Ostrava, we gave all a chance to have the official results as soon as possible. Our previous posts noted that social media and official websites bearing the real lists, season bests, and progression of athletes on the German Athletics Federation website shows that all athletes in the national team, including their results, are properly documented.

Coach Valerij Bauer and other national coaches are properly distributed in different athletics clubs, and results and performances are strictly monitored. Compared with the current system most national coaches were centered in the capital city.

National coaches in Germany are training in their respective sport clubs where their athletes were and helping the regional growth of other aspiring coaches in their respective communities. This kind of decentralization of national coaches eliminates the possibility of “poaching” and harnessing homegrown talents.

Still it takes a community to build a culture in Athletics as seen in this roster of volunteers.
Still, it takes a community to build a culture in Athletics, as seen in this roster of volunteers.

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Self Funded

To sum up, we went to Europe self-funded, and we worked on establishing contacts with our Czech and German counterparts for the past year. The Blue Knights Track League initiative is our primary basis for convincing them to link their clubs to the Athletics community of Ateneo de Davao. Besides, we integrate, home-stayed, and “CouchSurf” with our host communities during our stay.

Through this, we established good faith with our colleagues and Europe, and we look forward to building better relationships so that people will come and be convinced that exposing athletes to excellence is a way for them not only to learn new techniques but also to prove that raising the culture of Athletics in the Philippines is imperative.

We didn't stayed in posh hotels during our stay in Czech Republic and Germany but instead we relied on our friends doing Couchsurfing (see www.couchsurfing.com). Here's one of them Peter Michalčík from Rokycany, Czech Republic.
We didn’t stay in posh hotels during our stay in the Czech Republic and Germany instead, we relied on our friends doing Couchsurfing (see www.couchsurfing.com). Here’s one of them
Peter Michalčík from Rokycany, Czech Republic.

Airnel Abarra European Adventures

Nov 13, 2017

www.pinoyathletics.info goes global! IAAF World Series Golden Spike Championships first time covered by PH Media

IAAF World Series Golden Spike Championships

Airnel T. Abarra-Chief correspondent, www.pinoyathletics.info

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OSTRAVA,CZECH REPUBLIC. For the first time in Philippine media history. A Filipino will cover live an IAAF global event. As www.pinoyathletics.info, chief correspondent Prof. Abarra is on-site in the Czech Republic. To bring in the latest events and views. At the 2015 Zlata Tretra Ostrava (Ostrava Golden Spike) IAAF World Challenge, in Městský stadion on 25-26 May.

Prof. Airnel T. Abarra. The concurrent head coach of the Ateneo de Davao University Track and Field team. And the main organizer of the Blue Knights Track League. Put all efforts into visiting the biggest Athletics event in the Czech Republic. The main event of the tournament is the 100m men. With record holder Usain Bolt as one of the participants.

Stay tuned to www.pinoyathletics.info and Facebook.com/pinoyathletics for this once-in-a-lifetime media coverage.

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European Athletics Culture in the Eye of an Atenean Coach

Jun 20, 2015

Prof. Airnel T. Abarra-Head of Ateneo de Davao Track and Field Program and www.pinoyathletics.info Chief Correspondent

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Note: This is a repost of the article posted at http://athletics.addu.edu.ph

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It’s always been said that “experience is the best teacher.” As educators and coaches, we must learn from different activities and events to further enhance our skills and knowledge. One of the best ways to learn more and raise your level of excellence is through travel.

I recently had a great chance to visit the Czech Republic and Germany to witness the 2015 Golden Spike Ostrava Athletics Championships in Ostrava, the Czech Republic, and Sparkasse Gala Regensburg, Germany 26 May and 06 June.

The reason why I did this is to observe how competitions in the European Union are done. And what we can learn lessons from them. Through this insight, I will present a few points I’ve observed.

Airnel Abarra European Adventures
01- First taste of Mestsky Stadion-The impeccable venue of the Ostrava Golden Spike Championships

People

When I went to Golden Spike in Ostrava, I see how their human resources work. All facilities have people you can ask, and competent persons man the secretariat and accreditation desks. Who are neatly dressed and very approachable. The fact there is a language barrier. As most of them are not fluent in English. They still try their best to accommodate your concerns.

I have high regard for Ms. Martina Kucerova, the press officer of the 2015 Golden Spike, as she provided me with the best treatment as a media/observer, even though I am not from their country. Furthermore, media conference rooms are already set up, complete with WiFi and results panel days before the actual competition, which is different from my experience in local and national competitions in the Philippines, where facilities are still being constructed even during the competition proper.

03-The efficiency of the track league is seen in empowered and dynamic volunteers of the local Athletics clubs in Ostrava, Czech Republic.
The efficiency of the Golden Spike Championships. Is seen in the empowered and dynamic volunteers from the local Athletics clubs in Ostrava, Czech Republic.

09- Martina Kucerova, the Golden Spike Championships press officer, provided me with the best treatment as an observer and media practitioner.

My links in Sparkasse Gala Christian Fuchs (Left) of LeichAthletik.de and Olaf Brockmann sports writer/editor for Kronen Zeitung- Austria’s Largest and most respected newspaper.
My links in Sparkasse Gala Christian Fuchs (Left) of LeichAthletik.de and Olaf Brockmann, sports writer/editor for Kronen Zeitung- Austria’s Largest and most respected newspaper.

Another fact that I’ve seen

Are most people handling the different tasks in the tournament volunteers from their local Athletics club? Compared to competitions that are manned by people who are paid.

Volunteers are better because they are committed. And have a high sense of responsibility because they do the tasks for the love of the game.

It is also noticed that most of the staff are young and well trained in their respective tasks.

As expected, all of them are well groomed with proper and neat uniforms so that they can be easily identified.

04-Close encounter with Usain Bolt, the lead star of the Ostrava Golden Spike Championships
Close encounter with Usain Bolt, the lead star of the Ostrava Golden Spike Championships


Hungary

Still magnificent under restoration, the Palatul Culture (Palace of Culture). Was once the palace of Moldavian kings. And now the prime jewel of the city of Iasi.

Looking high at the equestrian statue of Stefan Cel Mare or King Stephen the Great which ruled Moldavia centuries ago.

Looking high at the equestrian statue of Stefan Cel Mare or King Stephen the Great, which ruled Moldavia centuries ago.  

On the last leg of my Romanian expedition and the most important part of the journey,

I went to Constanta, Romania’s primary Black Seaport. The Ovidius University Constanta, which is the venue of the conference, is located.

Me with Prof. Cecila Gevat which is the main organizer of the conference.
I am with Prof. Cecilia Gevat who is the main organizer of the conference.
With Profs. Diana Gidu (Left) professor in Handball and Prof. Antoanela Oltean professor in Gymnastics.
With Profs. Diana Guide (Left) professor in Handball and Prof. Antonella Oltean professor in Gymnastics.
Striking a pose after my research oral presentation with the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport.
After my research oral presentation with the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, I am striking a pose.
The serene waters of the Black Sea in Constanta are a sight to behold even at the window of the hotel.
The Black Sea’s serene waters in Constanta are a sight to behold even from the hotel’s window.

My trip shows that Romania is a country worth being a land of choice for travelers. Of course, there may be some problems along the way, such as getting directions, etc. Still, you can’t help but sometimes sit around at the city center and view its sights as it widens your perspective towards the world.

Constanta
Constanta
Airnel outside the palace
Airnel outside the palace

About the author:

Airnel T. Abarra is a public high school student from San Pablo City, Philippines. Recently he finished his MS in Human Movement Science at the UP College of Human Kinetics. And presented his thesis at the 13th International Scientific Conference: Perspectives in Physical Education and Sport at the Ovidius University in Constanta, Romania.

 

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