Last chance to nominate someone for this years Annual Bury Sports Awards

Date published: 18 December 2008

Coach of the Year – A community, club or school based coach who has made a significant impact to the development of performers in their sport

Club of the Year – A sports club which has made a significant impact or contribution to the development of the sport in the community

Volunteer in Sport of the Year – A person who has volunteered their time and made a significant impact to the development of performers, club, community or school

The Unsung Hero in Sport Award – A person who has made an impact over a number of years on people, club, school or within the community

Sports Achiever of the Year – A sports performer who has made significant improvement in their development as a player/athlete

Disabled Sports Achiever of the Year – A person who has made a significant contribution or improvement in their development as a disabled sports player/athlete

The sports awards are organised by Bury Sports Development in partnership with Radcliffe and Bury South Sports Forum and they take place on Friday 6 February 2009 at Bury Town Hall.

The evening provides an opportunity for members of the community to gain recognition and reward for their outstanding contribution to sport in Bury. The awards are also designed to celebrate and highlight individual sporting achievements over the last twelve months.

Over the last few years the evening has grown in stature and this year it will be no different. This Year the evening will include; guest speakers, presentation of the awards, a 3 course meal and a disco. Tickets will cost £15 per person.

If you would like to nominate someone for the Unsung Hero Award, or any of the other awards, please contact Andrea Pilling in Sports Development on 0161 253 6463 or by email at A.Pilling@bury.gov.uk.