Club Awards
Club of the Year
Recognises an established LGBTQ+ club for an incredible year of hard work and brilliant support to its members.
Emerging Club of the Year
For a club under three years old doing show-stopping things. Rapid growth, innovation, and building inclusive LGBTQ+ spaces from scratch.
Inclusive Club of the Year
Recognises clubs that have embedded equality, diversity and inclusion into their day-to-day, resulting in a genuinely diverse, welcoming membership.
Charitable Club of the Year
Recognises a club’s exceptional dedication to charity, community service, and using sport as a force for positive change.
Club Partnership of the Year *NEW*
Recognising an outstanding collaboration between clubs, governing bodies, charities, venues, employers or community organisations that expanded opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in sport. Because when we work together, we go further.
Team Awards
Team of the Year
For an established team that has delivered an exceptional year – results, spirit, dedication, and performances that make the whole community proud.
Rising Team of the Year *NEW*
For a team that is brand new. Formed in the last year and are making waves. From their first training session to their first tournament, this award celebrates the teams that started from scratch and are rising fast.
Individual Awards
Newcomer of the Year
Recognises a newcomer who has quickly become invaluable; demonstrating dedication, enthusiasm, and a positive impact on their club.
Sporting Achievement of the Year
Honours an individual who has achieved remarkable sporting success, shown resilience, and inspired others through their dedication.
Volunteer of the Year *NEW*
LGBTQ+ sport runs on volunteers. This celebrates an unsung hero who gives their time selflessly to keep their club going – no job title, no recognition, just pure dedication.
Community Awards
Game Changer of the Year *NEW*
For an individual, club or team of people who have pushed the boundaries to prove that real, genuine change can be made through sport; championing LGBTQ+ rights through campaigning, policy engagement, or public visibility.
Ivan Bussens Lifetime Achievement
In memory of OFS co-founder Ivan Bussens, this recognises individuals who have shaped LGBTQ+ sport, created inclusive spaces, and left a lasting legacy.
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