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Sports Awards 2024

Thursday 30 May, 6.00pm

The Bramall, Edgbaston Campus

Sports Awards are back, and better than ever

This is your opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing sporting talent that we have here at University of Birmingham. There are thirteen categories that highlight sporting individuals, teams as well as clubs. 

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Are you a member of one of our sports clubs?

You can secure your tickets now for the event in May, and also sign your teammates up with you!

Please complete the form below, and we will be in touch to confirm your tickets.

 

We’re looking forward to seeing you all there!

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Sports Awards 2024: Secure your ticket

Our annual Sports celebration is taking place on Thursday 30 May 2024, on Campus at the Brammall! It’s not an event you’ll want to miss so sign up to secure your ticket below.

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PLEASE NOTE:
  • 200 tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis
  • Secure spaces for up to four extra people
  • All shortlisted nominees across each category will each receive an additional ticket for a guest to join them on the evening
  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted at the beginning of May

Where?

The Bramall (Elgar Concert Hall), Edgbaston Campus

When?

Thursday 30 May 2024

What time?

6.00pm until 9.00pm

Dress code?

Smart/Casual

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Campus League Team of the Year

The Campus League ethos is “participation, good sportsmanship and enjoyment of the game”.  

 

Please outline how the team has demonstrated each of these values for the 2023/24 season.  The successful nominee must have: 

 

  • Attended Campus League captain’s training (one representative) 
  • The ability to share examples (stories, photos, videos) that showcase how the team reflects the Campus League ethos  
  • Not received any disciplinary citations 
Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Coach of the Year (Student)

Recognising the importance of student coaching this award recognises a current student who is regarded as having made the most outstanding contribution to club sport through their role as a coach. 


The nominee must be a current UoB student and their contribution could be evidenced through performance, progression and/or commitment: 

  • works with the club committee to direct the development of the club
  • assists club members’ personal development 
  • contributes to the club’s and/or individuals’ excellent performance in competition 
Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Coach of the Year (Non-Student)

For the non-student who is regarded as having made the most outstanding contribution to club sport through their role as a coach. This may be evidenced through performance, progression and/or commitment:

 

  • works with the club committee to direct the development of the club
  • assists club members’ personal development
  • contributes to the club’s and/or individuals’ excellent performance in competition
Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Club of the Year

This award is based on the success in all areas of a club, which can include but is not limited to: 

  • Club Committee Achievements 
  • Performance/ Sporting Achievements 
  • Developments and innovation within the club 
  • Member engagement 
  • Connection with the wider sporting community (internally and externally) 

Clubs will need to demonstrate the impact that has been made – e.g. rather than saying something was ‘really good’, state what made it really good in numbers and feedback. 


Use examples, photos, screenshot and anecdotes to illustrate the success of the club. 

Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Full Blues

An award based on the individual’s level of performance. Candidates should have competed in BUCS competitions where possible and must meet at least one of the below: 

  • Has competed internationally for/whilst studying at the University of Birmingham 
  • Has made an outstanding contribution to HE Sport on an international level 

International representation refers to full representation – being involved in a tour squad will not be accepted. Nominations go to a panel to be considered – you should not presume an award will be made based on submission of the form. Please note Full Blues are only awarded once. 

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Maximum of 300 characters

Half Blues

An award based on the individual’s level of performance. Please note Half Blues are only awarded once.

Candidates must meet at least one of the below:

  • Has been awarded a BUCS* Individual medal
  • Has been awarded a BUCS* team Championship (i.e. not Trophy or Shield) gold medal

* A non-BUCS equivalent at the highest level is also accepted, e.g. senior-level representation

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Maximum of 300 characters

National Team of the Year

Open to any teams who compete on a national level (i.e. BUCS Premier League or Tier 1). Please specify the achievements of the team during the season. Details might include: 

  • BUCS team finalists/ number of individual finalists 
  • Number of club members selected to represent at international competition 
  • Development as a performance team/ sustaining champion status 
  • Statistics on the season or competition in comparison to previous years (please indicate club’s results from previous years when these consolidate the team’s achievement) 
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Maximum of 300 characters

Outstanding Contribution

This award is for outstanding contribution towards UoB Sport & Fitness. The contribution can be towards any area of UoB Sport & Fitness.  


Please list any significant achievements by the individual or ways in which they have contributed towards the improvement of UoB Sport & Fitness, listing all instances where they have gone beyond expectations. 

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Maximum of 300 characters

ED&I Award

This award will acknowledge and celebrate the diversity and inclusion of sport within our clubs.  The subject of the nomination form should correlate to the successful implementation of your club’s development plan and objectives to improve equality and diversity within your club.  Examples could include: 

  • Invite elite level athlete from a diverse background to deliver a training session and to speak at an open event 
  • Actively engaging underrepresented groups in sport and widening participation 
  • Exploring ways to engage hard-to-reach groups of students
  • Working in partnership with societies to deliver impact through events, campaigns or initiatives 
  • Organise a joint-taster session with BAME/LGBT during Black /LGBT+ History Months 
  • Actively engaging in University-wide (inc. Guild of Students) campaigns throughout the year (e.g. Not On Campaign) 
Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Sport Colours

Sport Colours are non-performance-based and awarded to individuals based on a member’s contribution beyond their established role, going over and above for their club or for sport across the University.

 

Please note Sport Colours are only awarded once.

 

Nomination forms must demonstrate how the individuals have gone beyond their current role and should include examples to demonstrate how they have met the criteria.

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Maximum of 300 characters

Sports Person of the Year

The highest individual accolade awarded by University of Birmingham in recognition of the very highest sporting level. The individual must:

 

  • Hold GB/National Ranking or equivalent
  • Be a student at the University of Birmingham undergoing at least 60 credits
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Maximum of 300 characters

Regional Team of the Year

Open to any teams who compete on a regional level (i.e. BUCS Tier 2 or below). Please specify the achievements of the team during the season. Details might include: 

  • BUCS team finalists/ number of individual finalists 
  • Development as a performance team/ sustaining champion status 
  • Statistics on the season or competition in comparison to previous years (please indicate club’s results from previous years when these consolidate the team’s achievement) 
Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

Volunteer of the Year

This Award recognises individuals who have committed themselves to a cause, activity, or event for the greater good of their club, University, or wider community. 


They have consistently dedicated their time and effort in a selfless manner to help others succeed in their goals, overcome challenges, and undertake tasks by making valuable contributions that have positive impact. 

Nominate now

Maximum of 300 characters

The Categories

Nominations for Sports Awards are now open!

Take a look below at this year’s categories!

  • Campus League Team of the Year
  • Coach of the Year (non-student)
  • Coach of the Year (student)

  • Club of the Year

  • ED&I Award

  • Full Blues

  • Half Blues

  • National Team of the Year

  • Outstanding Contribution

  • Sport Colours

  • Sports Person of the Year

  • Regional Team of the Year

  • Volunteer of the Year