Led by East Renfrewshire Council’s Sports Services in partnership with sportscotland, the awards have been set up to recognise and reward the hard work and commitment of local coaches, officials and volunteers who contribute and make a difference to sport in East Renfrewshire.

The awards are a way of saying a big ‘thank you’ to all the vital people delivering sport in East Renfrewshire and represent a unique way to recognise coaching, officiating and volunteering achievement across schools, clubs and communities in the area. The contribution made by these individuals is immense and their dedication and hard work is central to ensuring excellent sporting opportunities for all in East Renfrewshire.

Individuals can nominate coaches, officials and volunteers, either known personally or through school, club or local community activity.

Locals can nominate online at http://bit.ly/VrVegh before Monday, September`5. Ensure that you nominate under National Awards and select East Renfrewshire.

Cllr Montague Said: “This is your chance to recognise and thank those who make such a huge impact on sports in East Renfrewshire.”