Federation of Irish Sport Launches the National 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, Celebrating Unsung Heroes
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Federation of Irish Sport Launches the National 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, Celebrating Unsung Heroes
The Federation of Irish Sport announced the launch of the 2025 Volunteers in Sports Awards, a highly anticipated event set to recognise the unsung heroes and clubs who breathe life into sports in every corner of the country. Supported by the National Network of 29 Local Sports Partnerships these dedicated volunteers and groups are the backbone of sporting communities, and it’s time to celebrate their unwavering commitment.
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Nominations for the awards are now open, and you can submit your entries at the dedicated awards website. Under the banner of #DedicatedToTheDedicated, these awards are more than just a ceremony; they are a celebration of the remarkable individuals who pour their hearts into sports in every county across Ireland.
The 2025 awards will culminate in a spectacular in-person awards ceremony, scheduled to take place in 2026. Nominations opened November 11th, and the window for entries will close on December 15th, 2025. The nominations received will be meticulously shortlisted and thoughtfully considered by our Judging Panel. This prestigious event will see 32 county awards presented, and one exceptional individual will be crowned with the coveted Outstanding Volunteer Award.
A new addition to the 2025 awards is the launch of a brand new award – the Club/Community Sport Organisation Award. This award recognises a volunteer led sports club, community organisation, or group that has made an outstanding contribution to promoting sport, physical activity, and community well-being. It celebrates excellence in inclusion, participation, leadership, and positive impact through sport.
Volunteers are the lifeblood of sporting activities in clubs and communities nationwide. They generously invest their time, energy, and passion, dedicating themselves to the development of their chosen sport.
