Enter the Energize Awards 2011

Once again, it's time to nominate your local heroes for the county's sports awards.

Now in its fifth year, the Energize Awards recognise the people who are currently taking part, working or volunteering in sport or physical activity in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin.

There are also awards to celebrate top quality community sports clubs, innovative sports projects and local employers who are supporting their workforce to be more active.

There is an award for someone who has taken up more sport or physical exercise, resulting in dramatic positive effects on their health and life as a whole.

Finally, one special person will be awarded the Outstanding Contribution to Sport and Physical Activity award for their dedication and commitment to sport over a number of years.

Energize Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, the county sports partnership, runs these awards in conjunction with the Shropshire Star.

The award categories this year are:

• Coach of the Year

• Volunteer of the Year

• Young Volunteer of the Year

• Sports Person of the Year

• Young Sports Person of the Year

• Community Club of the Year

• Adult Team of the Year

• Junior Team of the Year

• Innovative Community Project of the Year

• Employer of the Year

• Active Lifestyles Award

• Outstanding Contribution Award

The Energize Awards are a fantastic opportunity for local people and organisations to be recognised and celebrated for their passion, dedication and commitment to sport and physical activity.

Last year, outstanding individuals such as local boxing stalwart Colin Hough and up-and-coming sports stars the Thomas Telford U-14 synchronised swimming team received awards for their achievements.

But who will this year's stars be?

If you know people, teams, clubs, organisations or businesses that deserve to be recognised for their achievements or contributions to local sport, or if you know someone who has become more physically active and made a dramatic change to their health as a result, this is your chance to nominate them.

Either download the entry form and post it to the address at the bottom, or enter online here

If you require further assistance or information, call Tamsin Foster on 01743 255082, or email tamsin.foster@shropshire.gov.uk. Alternatively, visit the Energize STW website here.

The deadline for nominations is 4pm on Friday September 16, and the Energize Awards 2011 will take place on Thursday, November 3, at the Greenhous Meadow, home of Shrewsbury Town Football Club.