Welcome to the official webpage of the Rural City of Murray Bridge (RCMB) Sports Awards.
Make a nomination

The RCMB Sports Awards are an annual event, including everyone involved in sports in our community, whether that's the athletes, coaches, officials, leaders, programs or volunteers.

Nominations run on an ongoing basis from 1 July to 30 June every year, to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our local sporting heroes.

There are 11 categories as part of the Rural City of Murray Bridge Sports Awards:

• Sports Person of the Year Award (18+)
  Recognises an adult athlete (18 years and over) who has demonstrated outstanding sporting achievement, dedication and contribution to their sport.
• Junior Sports Person of the Year Award
  Celebrates the achievements of a young athlete under 18 who has shown talent, commitment and strong sportsmanship.
• Senior Sports Person of the Year Award (50+)
  Honours a senior athlete (50 years and over) who continues to excel in their chosen sport and inspire others through their participation.
• Volunteer of the Year Award (unpaid)
  Acknowledges the vital role of an unpaid volunteer who has made a significant and ongoing contribution to sport or recreation in the community.
• Sports Promotion Award
  Recognises individuals, groups or organisations that have actively promoted, marketed or raised the profile of sport within the community.
• Inclusion and Diversity Award
  Celebrates initiatives, clubs or individuals that have broken down barriers, created opportunities and promoted diversity and inclusion in sport.
• Community Club/Association/Team Award
  Acknowledges a club, association or team that has demonstrated excellence in participation, development, community involvement and sporting success.
• Women and Girls Initiative of the Year
  Recognises programs, events or initiatives that have encouraged and increased the participation of women and girls in sport.
• Coach, Umpire or Official of the Year
  Honours the contribution of a coach, umpire, referee or official who has demonstrated dedication, leadership and excellence in their role.
• Young Leader of the Year
  Celebrates a young person (under 25) who has shown exceptional leadership, initiative and commitment in supporting and developing sport in the community.
• Elite Sportsperson
  Recognises an athlete who has represented their sport at an elite level and achieved excellence at state, national or international competition.

Council encourages sports clubs to consider nominating their star athletes, coaches, volunteers, leaders and programs.

Nominations will close on 30 June and reopen again on 1 July.

Please contact Craig Kempe c.kempe@murraybridge.sa.gov.au for any questions or for more information.