The awards, organised by Orkney Island Council’s Sport and Leisure Service in partnership with sportscotland, celebrate athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and teams. There are 10 categories this year, including Sportsperson of the Year, Young Sportsperson of the Year, Team of the Year, and Coach of the Year.
Nominations close at midnight on Sunday 15 November. Submissions can be made online at www.orkney.gov.uk/sportsawards, where detailed selection criteria for each category are also available.
Finalists will be announced via social media, the Council website, and in The Orcadian. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony scheduled for January 2027.
“"Every year we're incredibly impressed by the achievements of Orkney’s athletes, and by those working behind the scenes to make it all happen. These awards are the community's chance to say thank you to the people who give so much to sport in Orkney – so whether it’s a young athlete, a coach, or a volunteer who’s always there, I’d encourage you to put their name forward."
