Award Scheme
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On Thursday 13 October 2011, 350 guests celebrated the achievements of clubs, coaches, schools and volunteers from the world of sport and physical activity at the 8th annual County Durham Sport Partnership Awards Dinner.
The awards recognise the dedication of the unsung heroes of sport and physical activity across the county, with the winners of the 13 categories announced on the night:
Contribution to Physical Activity (sponsored by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust)
Winner: Fit and Healthy Gym (Wear Valley & Teesdale)
The Fit Healthy Gym is a Community Fitness Suite based in Aucklandgate Centre which is home to adults with learning disabilities. The fitness suite was established in 2007 and is managed and supervised by volunteers from the local community.
Physical Activity Achievement of the Year (sponsored by NHS County Durham and Darlington)
Winner: Mark Allison aka Run Geordie Run (Derwentside)
Mark tragically lost both his parents and decided to raise money in aid of the hospice that cared for them and also the Children's Foundation, and has just completed a staggering 3,100 mile run across the United States in 100 days.
Coach of the Year (sponsored by Durham County Council)
Winner: Glen Wharton - Deerness Valley Gymnastics Club (Chester le Street and Durham)*
Glen's vision has always been for Deerness Gymnastics Club to become one of the strongest clubs in the country and he has an absolute passion and determination for Tumbling Gymnastics.
Young Coach of the Year (sponsored by Strands Hair and Beauty)
Winner: Rachael Burgess (Chester le Street and Durham)
Rachel became a volunteer coach when she was 13. Now 17 she teaches Gymnastics in Chester le Street to children from ages 3 to 15 years old, working 3 nights and Saturday mornings as well as studying for her A levels and volunteering her free time at school.
Primary School Contribution to PE and School Sport (sponsored by Durham County Council)
Winner: Deaf Hill Primary School (Easington)
The school has achieved Sport England Active gold mark, Healthy Schools award, Quality Mark, and have participated in National Sports Week and Get Set. This year the school have participated in every sport competition and festival event on offer from Easington SSP and welcome local clubs such as football and dance to use the facilities out of school hours.
Secondary School Contribution to PE and School Sport (sponsored by Public UK)
Winner: Woodham Community and Technology College (Sedgefield)
Woodham has had huge achievements with school teams taking part in County and District competitions, Regional competitions, English School competitions and National Championships.
Volunteer of the Year (sponsored by NHS County Durham and Darlington)
Winner: Colin Hancock (Easington)
Colin is a great role model, volunteering 6 out of 7 days per week; he thrives from his involvement with the groups. Everyone has the upmost respect for him and listen and learn from his fantastic and well researched advice and guidance.
Young Volunteer of the Year (sponsored by Capital FM)
Winner: Jonelle Pye (Derwentside)
Jonelle been instrumental in setting up a satellite gymnastics club at Belle Vue Leisure Centre and was successful in completing a funding application for £2,000 and granted by Stanley Town Council to allow them to purchase a new Double Mini Trampoline
Sports Club of the Year (sponsored by D&P Trophies)
Winner: Barnard Castle Cricket Club (Wear Valley & Teesdale)
The club was registered NYSD club of the year, an award which is recognised for overall achievements both on and off the field. The club has extremely good community links inviting all ages to be a part of this very successful club.
Junior Sports Club of the Year (sponsored by Barr-Technical Solutions)
Winner: South Durham Gymnastics Club (Sedgefield)
The club trains over 1,200 babies, children and adults in some form of gymnastics, offering activities for babies, toddlers, disability groups, age/recreational sessions, boys, teen, adults, intermediate and elite sessions.
Sporting Achievement of the Year (sponsored by What's On 4 Me?)
Winner: David Webb (Derwentside)
At the age of 33, David finds himself at the top of the tree in football refereeing, and this year he has surpassed expectation and has officiated in the Europa League, Carling Cup, Championship and Dallas Cup.
Young Sporting Achievement of the Year (sponsored by Helmepark Ltd)
Winner: Rachel Davies (Chester le Street and Durham)
Rachel competes in Tumbling Gymnastics. She was selected to represent Great Britain to compete in the World Championships in France in November 2010 and became the age 11/12 category world champion beating off stiff competition from the rest of the world.
Contribution to Sport (sponsored by Allergate House)
Winner: Karl Wharton (Chester le Street and Durham)
Karl has been involved in gymnastics for over 30 years, 8 as an employee and 24 as volunteer, and despite working as a full time Senior Lecturer Karl dedicates 30+ voluntary hours each week to Deerness Valley Gymnastics Club.
Guest speaker Diane Modahl, Commonwealth Gold Medalist & Olympic 800m Runner, says: "I'll never forget the day I was spotted by a volunteer coach. I was in my first year of Secondary School and we'd just finished a typical PE lesson which he'd been invited to attend. At the end of the lesson the coach turned to me and said, "You've got potential, would you like to join a running club?" I was 11 years old and had no real understanding of what that question meant. I'm glad I said yes, because that chance meeting with that volunteer coach changed my life forever. The impact of volunteers on grassroots sports continues to be invaluable and I'm delighted to be able to celebrate and recognise their commitment at the County Durham Sport Partnership Awards Dinner".
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