Borders Disability Sport launches their inaugural ‘Celebrating Success Awards Evening’, an event that will recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions made by our local athletes, coaches and volunteers throughout all disciplines of disability sport within the Scottish Borders.
There will be six awards presented and they are:
- Lifetime Service to Disability Sport
- Sportsperson of the Year
- Junior Sportsperson of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Inspirational Achievement of the Year
- Outstanding Sporting Achievement Award.
This prestigious event will be held at Mansfield House Hotel, Hawick on Friday 22nd May 2020 commencing at 7.30pm.
Ruth Hounam, Chairperson, Borders Disability Sport: “Our inaugural event will showcase what can be achieved through active partnerships. Acknowledging the many clubs, coaches and volunteers who enable disability participation, while sharing and recognising athletes’ successes and stories.
“It’s a wonderful way to shine a spotlight on disability sport in the Scottish Borders and recognise and celebrate those who contribute to bringing inclusive sport opportunities to the region.
“There is still time to sponsor some of our categories, so I would encourage any businesses or individuals looking to support the development of disability sport across the region and help us positively change lives within sport.
“It would be fantastic to have you in attendance to celebrate such a special evening.”
Tickets are priced at £15 per Adult and £10 for children 16yrs and under – ticket price includes buffet catering.
Tickets are available from Alan Oliver at aoliver@liveborders.org.uk or on 01750 700 110.
Any contributions made from the evening will be reinvested into Borders Disability Sport for future initiatives.
Nominations are now open; to nominate an individual please email Alan Oliver with their name, a short description on their achievements and why you believe they should win the award.