Vladimir Viktorovich Verner ( born July 24, 1950, Kormilovka, Omsk Oblast, RSFSR) is a Soviet and Russian sports official, coach, educator, Honored Coach of Russia Honored Worker of Physical Culture of the Russian Federation, and professor. He has been the director of the since its founding.
Biography.
Verner was born in the village of Kormilovka, Omsk Oblast. He graduated from School No.1 and then from the Omsk State Institute of Physical Culture. After serving in the army, he returned to his home district, where he actively developed sports and competed in regional competitions in athletics, speed skating, football, and ice hockey.
In the 1970s, he served as chairman of the district council of the "Urozhay" sports society, achieving notable success: the district team won the summer Spartakiad three consecutive times. In the 1980s, he worked at the Omsk State Institute of Physical Culture, helping to develop sports infrastructure in the region.
Career.
In 1990, Verner played an active role in establishing the in Omsk. He was appointed the college's director at its inception. In 1991, the first enrollment included 90 athletes in 14 sports. Under Verner's leadership, the college became one of Russia's leading sports institutions, producing dozens of Masters of Sport, as well as winners and medalists in national and international competitions.
Notable students.
Among Verner's students are champions, medalists, and record holders of the Olympic Games, World, European, and Russian Championships:
Personal life.
Verner is married and has children.