THE DEADLINE to nominate your sporting hero for an East Hampshire Sports Award is fast approaching.

The awards recognise sportsmen and women at every level in the district, as well as the coaches, officials and volunteers who help them succeed. The deadline for nominations is Monday, January 22.

Nominees are assessed by a judging panel and winners are required to meet criteria specific for each category. Finalists will be invited to the awards ceremony on February 15 at Old Thorns Manor Hotel in Liphook.

The winners of the district awards are then put forward to compete for the 2018 Energise Me Hampshire and Isle of Wight Sports Awards.

East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds said: “The East Hampshire Sports Awards event is all about recognising standout performances, great teamwork and the extraordinary commitment of coaches, officials and volunteers who turn up week in and week out to make it all happen.

“So, as we head back to our normal routines after Christmas, let’s pay tribute to our local sporting heroes.”