David Watson

With over 32 years of experience in the Movement, Activity and Sport sector and a qualified Youth Worker, David became Executive Director of North Yorkshire Sport on July 1st 2006. Prior to that he worked for Harrogate Borough Council where he gained valuable experience in Facility Management, working and managing both wet and dry sites, […]

Damien Smith

Damien Smith is the Director of Operations at North Yorkshire Sport, where he has been a key member of the leadership team since 2012. With more than 27 years’ experience in sport, physical activity, Active Wellbeing and public sector partnership working, Damien is passionate about creating opportunities that help people lead healthier, more active lives. […]

Laura Ward

I joined the team in May 2026 as the Head of North Yorkshire Together; North Yorkshire Together is a partnership between North Yorkshire Sport, North Yorkshire Youth and Rural Arts. My role is to champion partnership working, embrace innovation and increase our profile, seeking new opportunities for the partnership, extending our impact and visibility, and […]