Our annual awards to recognise the selfless dedication and efforts from members, clubs and organisations across the basketball community

Dave Fisher Children’s Coach of the Year

A coach that has helped bring young people into the game and/or helped inspire the next generation of young players with an engaging and fun approach to coaching.

This coach will deliver modified versions of the game that match up with younger participants movement skills and competencies. The coach will provide young players with a great first touch point with the sport, putting them on the pathway to becoming lifelong participants in the game.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Coach License

John Sage Club Coach of the Year

A coach who has developed a culture within their club so players of all ages, abilities and experience levels can enjoy the many benefits of playing our great game.

This coach has become a role model for other coaches within their club and/or area and created standards around caring for and developing basketball players.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Coach License

Player Development Coach of the Year

A coach who develops players as part of the Basketball England Talent Pathway, recognised as "Player Development Coach of the Year," would be characterised by their exceptional ability to nurture young talent and prepare them for higher levels of competition.

This coach excels in identifying and refining the skills and potentials of athletes, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary technical abilities and mental toughness for advancement.

Their approach is holistic, focusing on both the physical and psychological development of players, fostering resilience, sportsmanship, and a deep understanding of the game.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Coach License

Anne Pitman and Pauline Prior Community Club of the Year

A Community Club that has created an environment which supports players of all ages, abilities and experience levels.

This club offers basketball in a variety of ways and gives opportunities for all members of their local community to play. This club offers participants all the way from juniors to seniors and offers both formal and informal opportunities to access the game. 

Criteria:

• Basketball England Affiliate
• Minimum of 25 Basketball England registered members
• Must run programmes for junior players
• Must have opportunities for females/girls to enjoy the sport

Slam Jam Delivery Provider

An organisation who has delivered Basketball England’s junior programme Slam Jam for children aged 7-11, this organisation has created a fun, supportive and social environment for participants playing the game for the first time.

The participants have also benefited from the organisations coaches who have modified their coaching style and delivery to match up with the participants age and development. 

Criteria:

• Programme registered with Basketball England

Local League Provider of the Year

A league who has delivered a high-quality competition, providing members of their community the opportunities to enjoy all the benefits of basketball in a safe, friendly and inclusive environment.

This league has provided players with the chance to develop their skills in a suitable and enjoyable competitive environment away from the NBL structure.

Criteria:

• League/Competition is affiliated to Basketball England

Education Institution of the Year

An Education Institution that has developed a basketball program which has resulted in more students playing the game within school hours. Open to primary, secondary, college and higher education institutions.

This can include a school embedding basketball into their Physical Education curriculum or participating in Basketball England competitions.

Joe & Maggie Forber Community Basketball Programme of the Year

A programme that has successfully engaged new participants to the game who may not typically play basketball. This initiative has involved delivering a non-competitive version of basketball which has engaged a new range of participants who were not previously involved with the sport.

Bill Taylor Table Official of the Year

An individual that has helped to improve the standard of officiating through delivering an exceptional level of table officiating throughout the season. This official has set standards around knowledge, professionalism and preparation for their peers.

They have continuously shown an eagerness to develop their own ability and experiences, mentor others and provide an excellent experience for players of the game.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Table Officiating Licence

Steve Lallament Referee of the Year

A referee who has made the most significant contribution basketball officiating during the season. This referee has continuously show a level of professionalism and acted as a role model for other referees.

This referee has shown a commitment to improving themselves over the years and is continually looking for ways to learn and improve.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Officiating Licence

Statistician of the Year

A statistician that has exceeded their requirements to help grow the game and roles of statisticians. This statistician has created a set of standards for their colleagues to follow and showcased the vital role statisticians have within the sport.

Examples of this are excellent approach to work, mentoring of others and/or assisting in other areas of the game in addition to their own.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Basketball England Officiating Licence

Bev Guymon Inspiring Female of the Year

This award will be given to a female who has supported Basketball England in their vision to have more females playing the sport, the winner will be a role model for other females involved in the sport and someone who has inspired for females to play the game.

This female will be an advocate for getting young girls within their community active and helping them develop a love and appreciation for basketball.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member

Mansoor Ahmed Media/Photographer of the Year

An individual that has provided outstanding digital coverage of the game. This individuals work has resulted in a higher level of engagement and interest of Basketball England’s programmes, competitions or local talent.

Examples of this are action/games photos/videography, informative use of social media and/or innovative use of technology.

Harry Errington GC Volunteer of the Year

An individual who has given up their free time to help make a lasting impact and grow the game.

This individual’s commitment to the sport has resulted in players, coaches and officials having quality basketball experiences, they have continually gone over and above to ensure the game continues to prosper and young people are able to enjoy all the benefits of playing the sport.

Volunteering can be through supporting a club's or league's administration, being a part of a club's committee, coaching or officiating.

Club Welfare Officer of the Year

An individual who is visible in their club in supporting a safeguarding and person central environment and who gives up their free time to help champion a safer sporting culture.

This individual has gone over and above in ensuring that everyone under the club's umbrella feels safe and understands the protocol to follow if an incident was to occur.

Criteria:

• Basketball England Member
• Completed Basketball England Safeguarding Training (if working with U18s)