THE HUNT is on for sporting stars in Malvern and surrounding areas as the Malvern Hills District Community Sports Awards returns.
Now in its sixth year, the awards will be held at Malvern College on July 14 and nominations are being sought for the 13 categories including Volunteer of the Year and Inclusive Project of the Year, with the winners announced on the night in front of more than 200 guests and dignitaries.
Organised by Malvern Hills District Council, the awards recognise coaches, clubs, volunteers and those who play sport and will be presented by BBC Hereford and Worcester presenter Andrew Easton.
Winners on the night will be automatically shortlisted for the County Sports Awards which take place in November.
Coun David Watkins, portfolio holder for healthier communities for Malvern Hills District Council, said: “What makes the awards special is they not only recognise the success of those who play sport, but the behind the scenes volunteers as well who put in hours of their time for nothing to make that possible.
“By shining a light on them I hope it will inspire others to get active. I would urge everyone to nominate a club, team or individual who you think deserves to be celebrated at this prestigious event.”
Last year’s awards attracted a record number of nominations and it is hoped this success can be repeated once again this year.
Winners from the 2015 awards included Dyson Perrins Year 11 Rugby Team (Team of the Year), Ryan Atkins (Male Sports Personality), Barbara Gibson (Female Sports Personality) and Jane Poynder (Unsung Hero), Steve Briggs (Volunteer of the Year) and Malvern Cycle Sport (Club of the Year).
All applicants for the awards must either live, attend a school or participate at a club within the Malvern Hills district.
Application forms can be requested from Jordan Cotton by emailing [email protected] or calling 01684 862226.
Online nominations can be made by visiting www.malvernhills.gov.uk/sports-awards.
The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 27.
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Community Project of the Year – Recognises a project that has made a valuable contribution to sport in the community.
Inclusive Project of the Year – Award recognises a project that has made a valuable contribution by supporting inclusive and disability sport in the community.
Club Team of the Year – A team who may have won everything or nothing but displayed good attitude and aptitude in their chosen sport throughout the year.
Coach of the Year – A person involved in coaching at any level who has demonstrated a high level of commitment to their team or individual.
Club of the Year – A club which has achieved accreditation recognition and and demonstrated considerable progress.
Newcomer of the Year – A club, team or individual that is new to sport and excelled well or made a positive contribution.
Young Volunteer of the Year – For those under the age of 18 who have given up their time to involve themselves in sport.
Volunteer of the Year – For those over the age of 18 who have given up their time to involve themselves in sport.
Young Female Sports Personality of the Year – A female individual under the age of 18 who has excelled at any level of sport, showing dedication and commitment.
Young Male Sports Personality of the Year – A male individual under the age of 18 who has excelled at any level of sport, showing dedication and commitment.
Female Sports Personality of the Year – A female individual over the age of 18 who has excelled at any level of sport, showing dedication and commitment.
Male Sports Personality of the Year – A male individual over the age of 18 who has excelled at any level of sport, showing dedication and commitment.
Unsung Hero of the Year – Recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution over the last year or more to the development of sport.
