Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, in partnership with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for this year’s NMD Sports Awards.
These awards celebrate sporting excellence and the positive role of sport and physical activity by recognising the outstanding achievements and dedication of local athletes, teams, coaches, and volunteers throughout the district in 2025.
The awards ceremony will take place on Friday 20 March 2026 at the Slieve Donard Hotel in Newcastle, bringing together clubs, communities and sporting representatives to honour those who inspire participation and achievement at all levels.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Philip Campbell, said, “These awards offer a wonderful opportunity to recognise the remarkable achievements of individuals and teams throughout our district. The athletes, coaches and volunteers nominated represent the very best of local sport. Their hard work and passion ensure that opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity continue to grow for people of all ages and abilities. We are proud to celebrate their contributions.”
The categories available for nomination include:
Sports Coach of the Year 2025
Sportsperson / Team of the Year with Disability 2025
Sports Volunteer of the Year 2025
Junior Team of the Year 2025
Senior Team of the Year 2025
Lifetime Services to Sport
Junior Sportsperson of the Year 2025
Senior Sportsperson of the Year 2025
Nominations are open to athletes, sports clubs, schools, community groups, local organisations and members of the public across the district. Nomination forms are available from:
Completed nomination forms must be submitted by Monday 26 January 2026 at 4pm.
Forms can be emailed to leisureandsport@nmandd.org or returned to reception at Newry or Down Leisure Centres.