WARRINGTON’S previously unsung sporting heroes are unsung no more. The Active Warrington annual awards brought together a plethora of sporting talent from across the borough.
More than 80 guests and VIPs attended the awards, held at Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub to celebrate the work and achievements of athletes, volunteers, clubs and activity providers that all help to keep the borough active.
Borough council deputy chief executive Katherine Fairclough, said: “There were some truly exceptional nominees that were shortlisted by an independent panel.
“The recipients were all exceptional and their nominations reflected their dedication to their chosen sport and the promotion of physical activity.”
One of the Volunteers of the Year, Ivan Hudson, from Warrington PANDA’s said: “Winning the award means a lot to me and to be honest in a lot of ways it’s great for other volunteers in the town who give up their free time to help others play and enjoy their chosen sport. I feel honoured and proud to have won the award but every one of the volunteers in the town deserves the same recognition for the time they give to provide sport for our communities.”
Eleven awards were given out across 10 categories.
Award winners and their associated clubs were:
Young Volunteer of the Year – Gabby Gibbons, North Cheshire Clarion.
Volunteers of the Year – Ivan Hudson, Warrington PANDA’s and James Lee, Warrington Rowing Club.
Young Sports Achiever – Lucy Glover, Warrington Rowing Club.
Sports Achiever – Johnathon Akinyemi, Canoe Slalom.
Primary school of the Year – Stockton Heath Primary.
Secondary school of the Year – Lymm High School.
Special Recognition – Christine White, Warrington Town Netball Club.
The Dave Connor Award – Warrington Wolves Foundation PAN Disability (PANDA’s) Football Club.
Coach of the Year – Philip Hicken, Warrington Athletics Club.
Club of the Year – Warrington Running Club
