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An evening recognising the talents and contributions of our student athletes and coaches.

On Thursday 11 May, Sport Imperial held the annual Imperial Sports Awards in the Queen’s Lawn Marquee. The event brought together over 180 guests including ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, staff, coaches, and sponsors to celebrate the achievements of our ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.

Returning for the second year to host the evening was Sky Sports News presenter David Garrido who was joined on stage by our special guest, former England Rugby star, Mike Tindall, MBE.  Mike shared with the audience highlights from his Rugby career, including his stint in the 2003 World Cup winning team, answering ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ questions and debating the British and Irish Lion’s chances in their upcoming tour. He also spoke of his work with the evening’s charity partner Right To Play.

After viewing a showreel of sport highlights, it was on to the main focus of the evening: the awards. Several categories were peer nominated, with members of Sport Imperial and Imperial College Union sitting on the judging panel. The winner of the Outstanding Contribution Award was chosen for by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.

Awards were presented in the following categories to the winners:

Participation Award – Thomas Matcham – ACC Lawn Tennis

Coach of the Year – Adam Walzer -ACC Swim and Water Polo

Sportswoman of the Year – Clare Maurer - ACC Cross Country and Athletics

Sportsman of the Year – Tristan Vouilloz – ACC Boat

Outstanding Contribution Award – Kiran Patel – ICSM Rugby Men’s

Team of the Year – ACC Hockey Women’s 1^st

Club of the Year – ICSM Netball

Congratulations to all those that were nominated for awards and of course the winners, and thank all of our sponsors and special guests who partnered with us to make this event such a success.

We look forward to making next year’s event even bigger and better and wish you all the best of luck for the next academic year and sporting seasons.