BASKETBALL ENGLAND AWARDS.

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This annual programme of awards was created to properly recognise the selfless dedication and efforts of various members and organisations/clubs across the basketball community.

There are 13 awards available within each region, covering all aspects of basketball. After the nomination window has closed, regional winners will be picked for each award. From the regional award winners, three will be shortlisted to receive the national award. All members and organisations can apply and submit nominations for awards. Judgement is made based on quality of applications as opposed to the number of applications so be sure to get as much information in your submission as possible!

Below is the list of the awards that are available for individuals and organisations/clubs each year.

Harry Ellington Volunteer of the Year

An individual who has given up their free time to help make a lasting impact and grow the game. This could be through coaching, admin or any behind the scenes work that may go unnoticed.

Brian Dobson Young Volunteer of the Year

An individual, aged under 21, who has given up their free time to help make a lasting impact and grow the game. This could be through coaching, admin or any behind the scenes work that may go unnoticed.

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.

John Sage Coach of the Year

A coach that has, through exciting and innovative coaching, helped players achieve their potential and/or stay in the game for it to become a lifelong activity

Anne Pitman and Pauline Prior Community Club of the Year

A club that goes above and beyond in the services and provision it provides for their local community. Examples of this are strong community links, a diverse programme and/or charity fundraising

Steve Lallament Referee of the Year

A referee who has made the most significant contribution and improvement to basketball officiating during the season.

KK Mitchell Young Official of the Year

An individual, aged under 21, that strives to improve and develop their ability and experience throughout the year. They may also have helped to mentor and develop others alongside this.

Bill Taylor Table Official of the Year

An individual that has helped to improve the standard of officiating. This could be through developing their own ability and experiences, mentoring others or providing an excellent experience for players of the game.

Statistician of the Year

A statistician that has exceeded their requirements to help grow the game and roles of statisticians. 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.

Bev Guymon All Girls Inspiring Female of the Year

A female (any age) that has become a role model in the game and inspired others.

Teacher of the Year

A teacher that has acted as a basketball ambassador within their school and/or community, both in school and their own time.

Education Institution of the Year

An EI that helped nurture an environment for its’ pupils to participate in the game and achieve their potential. Open to primary, secondary, college and higher education institutions

Media/Photographer of the Year

An individual that has provided outstanding digital coverage of the game. Examples of this are action/games photos, informative use of social media and/or innovative use of technology.

SERVICES TO BASKETBALL AWARD 

This is a prestigious award that can only be won once by an individual and recognises the lifelong commitment to the sport. These individuals have contributed at all levels of the game, from grassroots, all the way through to elite and international, as well as covering various different roles within the sport. Winners of the award include coaches, players, referees, table officials, league organisers, area registrars and many more. A list of previous winner can be found below.