The event brought together members of the local sporting community to honour individuals and organisations that have made an outstanding contribution to sport and physical activity over the past year. Former England cricket captain Graham Gooch OBE shared insights from his career before presenting awards to the winners and highly commended recipients.
Awards were presented across various categories, including Changing Lives Through Sport and Physical Activity (Winner: Trailnet CIC), Inclusive Communities (Winner: Peasants' Revolt Run Club), Community Club of the Year (Winner: Brentwood Central Boxing Club), Young Volunteer (Winner: Izzy Boon), Coach of the Year (Winner: Alan Packman), Unsung Hero (Winner: Sue Kite), Special Recognition Award (Mark Windley), Young Sports Personality (Winner: Isabelle Curtis-Rich), and Sports Personality of the Year (Elliott Smith).
“"It was a real pleasure to celebrate so many incredible people at this year's Brentwood Sports Awards. Behind every trophy, nomination and achievement is a great deal of hard work, dedication and support, and it was wonderful to see that recognised. Whether competing, coaching, volunteering or helping others to get active, our winners and highly commended recipients are making a positive difference to people's lives and strengthening communities across Brentwood. Congratulations to everyone who was recognised and thank you for everything you do to inspire others through sport."
The awards ceremony was sponsored by Everyone Active and supported by Find Your Active Brentwood and Find Your Active Rochford.
