Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council Celebrates Sporting Excellence at Active Awards
The Hinckley and Bosworth Active Awards ceremony, held at Hinckley Rugby Club, has honoured local sporting heroes for their outstanding contributions to community health and activity. The event, designed to recognise the positive impact that sport and keeping active can have on residents across the borough, saw Deputy Leader of the Council, Councillor Mark Bools, present awards to winners who were able to attend on the night.
Special Guests Add Star Power to Celebrations
Special guests Jayant Mistry and Vicky Macqueen graced the stage throughout the evening, adding their expertise and inspiration to the proceedings. Jayant Mistry made history as the first British player to win the wheelchair men’s doubles title at Wimbledon in 2005 and now works as a coach. Vicky Macqueen is a former England international rugby player and ex-head coach of Hinckley RFC, bringing a wealth of experience to the celebration.
Council Deputy Leader Praises Winners and Nominees
Councillor Mark Bools, Deputy Leader of the Borough Council, expressed his delight at the event, stating: “It was a wonderful evening celebrating all our Active Awards winners and nominees. My congratulations and thanks go to everyone involved. Your contributions and hard work are valued here in Hinckley and Bosworth. Long may your successes continue.” His words underscored the council’s commitment to fostering a vibrant sporting community.
Full List of Active Awards Winners for This Year
The ceremony highlighted a diverse range of achievements across various categories, showcasing the breadth of sporting talent and dedication in the area. The winners for this year’s Active Awards are as follows:
- Active School Award: Congerstone Primary School
- Actively Welcome: Cancer Active Recovery Support (C.A.R.S)
- Coaches Contribution: Wayne Higginson (Burbage Taekwondo Academy)
- Marvellous Mentor: Katherine Dale (Leicestershire and Rutland Youth Sailing)
- Junior Sports Person of the Year: Jack Charles Bailey
- Sports Person of the Year: Joshua Bailey (Dressage)
- Disability Sports Person of the Year: Matthew Chilvers (Tennis)
- Inclusivity Award: Desford Lawn Tennis Club
- Inspiring Instructor: Rebecca Blower
- Junior Club of the Year: Hinckley Juniors Football Club
- Sports Club of the Year: LRYSA Senior Citizens Club
- Junior Team of the Year: TKT Cheerleading
- Sports Team of the Year: TKT Cheerleading
- Junior Volunteer of the Year: Morgan Cresswell (Hinckley Club for Young People)
- School Team of the Year: St Peters Primary School - Athletics Team
- School Wellbeing Award: Heath Lane Academy and Congerstone Primary School
- Outstanding Contribution (Adults): Brett Haywood (Leicestershire & Rutland Youth Sailing)
- Outstanding Contribution (Juniors): Clara Byford (Leicestershire & Rutland Youth Sailing)
This comprehensive list reflects the council’s dedication to acknowledging efforts at all levels, from grassroots initiatives to elite performances, emphasising the role of sport in enhancing community wellbeing and inclusivity.
