Athletics Trust Scotland welcomes three new Trustees to Board

Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Following an extensive interview process, Athletics Trust Scotland are pleased to announce three new members to their Board of Trustees.

Deborah Roe, Rob Tate and Fraser MacKenzie have been selected from a high-quality field of candidates, each bringing expertise in their respective areas.

Their appointments to the Board shows ambition from the Trust to push forward, heading into an exciting year that will feature the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Athletics Trust Scotland Chair, Graeme Jack, said: ‘Deborah, Fraser and Rob’s experience, knowledge and passion for helping people to participate in running and athletics, shines through and we’re delighted to welcome them as Trustees.

‘The next phase in Athletics Trust Scotland work, will include working even more closely with clubs, event organisers, athletes and grant funding organisations.

‘Together with our amazing running and athletics community, there’s no doubt that we can build on the Trust’s early successes and transform lives throughout the country.’

Jenny starts in key role with Athletics Trust Scotland

Graeme Jack, Chair of ATS (photo by Bobby Gavin)

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We raised a fantastic £2,112 from our raffle at the weekend’s 4J Awards Dinner. We cannot thank everyone enough for their generosity and we hope you all had a wonderful night.

All of our prize winners have been contacted.

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Meet the new Trustees . . .

Fraser MacKenzie

A former sprinter and multiple-time Scottish medallist from East Kilbride AC, Fraser bring 15 years of experience in the sports and leisure industries, understanding the power of sport to change lives, and is currently Head of Sales and Commercial Development at Fife Sports and Leisure Trust.

Aside from this, Fraser played a pivotal part in saving the athletics track at Grangemouth Stadium, serving on the Board of Trustees for Grangemouth Community Trust; and holds a Masters degree in Sports Management and honours in Sports Coaching.

Fraser said: ‘I am profoundly looking forward to supporting the vital work of Athletics Trust Scotland, a mission I believe is deeply rooted in the truth that sport has the undeniable power to transform lives.

‘Athletics, in particular, acts as a uniquely unifying force, building bridges for true community cohesion. Our support must be channelled with intention, specifically to better champion and empower underrepresented groups, ensuring that the transformative ‘finish line’ is genuinely accessible to every single person across Scotland.’

Deborah Roe

With over two decades of expertise in fundraising, Deborah brings a strong portfolio of knowledge to the charity and currently holds the role of Head of Fundraising and Development at the Society of Antiquaries Scotland.

A perfect example of athletics inspiring the public, Deborah took up sprinting as a Masters athlete after watching the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Initially, she trained with Para club Red Star AC and is now a member of Springburn Harriers.

Deborah said: ‘My passion for athletics began as a child when I first discovered I could sprint. Like many, I drifted away from the sport in my teenage years, but watching the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games in my 40s reignited that spark. I remember thinking, ‘I used to do that!’ and that moment inspired me to return to the track as a Masters sprinter.

‘Athletics has given me so much joy over the years. Joining Athletics Trust Scotland as a Trustee is my way of giving back. I am excited to combine my love of the sport with my professional fundraising experience to help support the Trust.’

Rob Tate

Rob has a background as an athlete and volunteer in aquatics, and now specialises in sports governance, having worked in the industry for over a decade.

Now he is the Head of Governance, Planning, and Risk at ParalympicsGB, playing a crucial part in supporting the success of Paralympic sport in the United Kingdom.

Rob said: ‘Athletics Trust Scotland has an important role to play in removing barriers to participation and leveraging the power of sport for social good in Scotland.

‘I’m excited to have this opportunity to contribute, and look forward to working with the Trustees, Staff, and wider stakeholders in pursuit of the Trust’s ambitious objectives.’