Nominations are being invited for the 2013 Derry District Sports Council Awards held annually to honour the sporting achievements in the city.
From left, Keith Robinson, Hughes Insurance, Cllr Angela Dobbins, Mayor Martin Reilly, Seamus McAnee, treasurer and Gareth Finlay, Hughes Insurance at the launch of the Sports Awards. Photo: Martin McKeown, Inpresspics.com.
Twenty awards will be up for grabs and Michael Hutton, Sports Council chairperson, has appealed to all those involved in sport in the city to “get right behind” the awards ceremony which will take place on Friday 21 February next.
Mr Hutton added: “In terms of sports events, this one is unique, as not only does it enable us to acknowledge the effort, commitment and achievements of so many of our athletes – ranging from age ten to senior citizen – but it also affords us the opportunity to recognize the contribution of so many who give of their time to ensure that all sports enthusiasts in the City are catered for – i.e. coaches, team managers, mentors, physios, administrators etc.”
Mr Hutton said Sports Council we embraced all sports and encouraged all those involved in sports in the city to get right behind their sport and their athletes and nominate them for one of the 20 awards to be decided upon at February’s gala event.
He added: “Within each category there can only be one winner awarded but for an athlete to know that his coach, or manager or team mates thought so highly of them to put them forward for a nomination speaks a thousand words.
“I would also encourage all athletes to take this opportunity to recognise and show their appreciation for the support they have received over the years from their coaches, managers, and administrators, to take the time to nominate an individual for a coaching award or services to sport award.”
Mr Hutton added: “It is a known fact that all achievements of individuals can be attributed to the support of others.”
Giving his support to the awards, Derry Mayor Cllr Martin Reilly said it was important local individuals were recognised for their sporting achievements and celebrated at the event.
He added: “The District Sports Council annual awards are an important event in the local sports calendar and I am delighted to be associated with them as they recognise sport participation and encourage people to engage in a healthy lifestyle. I wish each nominated individual and team success in the recognition of their efforts.”
Nomination forms can be obtained from Karen Dillon, Derry City Council Development Office telephone 028 71365151 and all nominations must be returned by 12 noon on Friday 31 January 2014.
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