Active South Ayrshire

What a brilliant day at the South West @SPARScotland Regional Round! A great day in the sun in Ayr with teams from all over the South West. Thank you to everyone who came along and @ActiveSA_SAC for hosting. Great talent on show and such a great atmosphere for football 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⚽️

🧡💜 HAPPY CARE DAY 💜🧡 Thank you to the @ChampionsBoard1 for inviting us to the Cutty Sark to celebrate the achievements of care-experienced individuals in @southayrshire Huge congrats to Nikki & Veronica on their 💛 Heart of Gold award, we’re so proud! We care 💜 #CareDay

🌟 Coach ED Webinar: Building Positive Relationships 
For club coaches, officials and school staff 🗓 Wed 21 Jan
🕕 18:00–19:15
💻 Online Join Gordon MacLelland for practical tips to strengthen relationships with athletes & parents 👉 Sign up: forms.office.com/e/eRmwMSd06m

@Claire_SAC @theirisayr @sahscp @SACEducation @InclusionSac @Minglis71 @southayrshire @HolyroodEvents Brilliant 🤩 👏

Deeply honoured to win Scottish Public Services Award for Campaign of the Year with our partners @theirisayr who played a huge part in this project. We are so privileged to work with incredible #SAYoungCarers & empower them to share their experiences 💜 #Collaboration

🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award 🏆 Winner: Stevie Neilson (Handball) 🎉 Stevie’s lifelong dedication to handball — from founding Troon Handball Club to earning an MBE in 2025 — has inspired generations & shaped the sport nationally & internationally. 🌟👏 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Provost Club of the Year 🏆 Winner: Whitletts Victoria Football Club 🎉 Finalists: Ayr Rugby Club • Caledonia West Volleyball Club 👏 Free clubs, lunches & vital community support — Whitletts are changing lives across South Ayrshire! 💙⚽ #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Team of the Year Award 🏆 Winner: Senjokai Karate Academy 🎉 Finalists: Ayr & District Football Association • Infinity Fusion 👏 Senjokai shone at European, British & Scottish Championships — winning medals & inspiring athletes of all ages! 🌟🥋 #SportsAwards2025

🏆 Talented Athlete Award 🏆 Winner: Isla Cuthbert 🎉 Finalists: Hannah Terrance • Isla Forsyth • Lewis McDonald 👏 Isla’s cheerleading success includes UK titles, Allstar Worlds top 6, & becoming a World Champion with Team Scotland! 🌍🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Spirit of Sport Award 🏆 Winner: @KyleAcademy 🎉 Honoured for their dedication to sport — inspiring pupils, nurturing leaders, valuing staff & celebrating success across the community. 🌟👏 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Sue McClure Recognition Award 🏆 Winner: Brodie McKenzie 🎉 Finalists: Laura Paterson & Johnny McLean 👏 From injury comeback to 3rd in Europe & now Team UK at the 2025 World Championships — Brodie inspires us all! 🌟💪 #SASportsAwards25

🏆 Volunteer Coach of the Year 🏆 Winner: Anne Gerard (Active Communities volunteer)🎉 Finalists: Karen Ballantyne & Zoe Gibson 👏 Anne’s dedication has introduced pickleball to schools & communities, inspiring lasting opportunities across South Ayrshire! 🏓 #SASportAwards25

🏆 Young Volunteer Coach of the Year 🏆 Winner: Ross Houston (@prestwicktennis)🎉 Finalists: Millie Black & Robbie McLaughlan 👏 Ross has coached juniors, LD sessions & refereed 28 competitions with 472 players this year! 🎾🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Initiative of the Year 🏆 Winner: Monkton Milers Couch to 5K programme 🎉 Finalists: Archery Come & Try • Kits for Gambia • South Ayrshire District FA 👏 Free, volunteer-led & inclusive — helping runners of all ages achieve their goals! #SASportAwards25

🏆 Inclusive Coach of the Year 🏆 Winner: Craig Paterson (St Cuthbert Archery Club) 🎉 Finalists: Finlay Wilson & Ryan McGregor 👏 Craig’s passion & creativity make archery accessible for all — breaking barriers & inspiring inclusion! 🏹🌈 #SASportsAwards2025

@jbprestwick @in_vics @ScottishFA @ScotFASouthWest @PaulHMcNeill Lovely to see you last night, thanks for always supporting this event every year ☺️

Clubs - a pleasure to attend @ActiveSA_SAC awards again and enjoy the inspirational stories of volunteering and partnership working. @in_vics Vics in the Community picking up Club of the Year for their outstanding community work! 👏👏well done Louis and team!

🏆 Volunteer of the Year 🏆 Winner: Rachel Cox (Monkton Milers) 🎉 Finalists: Grant Paterson & Paul Walker 👏 Rachel has grown Monkton Milers from 30 to 150+ members, inspiring runners of all abilities with her passion & leadership! 🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Young Volunteer of the Year 🏆 Winner: Blair Kidd (@GlenburnMWFC) 🎉 Finalists: Amy Blair & Holly Druce 👏 Blair’s passion & commitment shine through his coaching, admin, safeguarding & leadership at Glenburn — a true inspiration! ⚽🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Active Schools Volunteer of the Year (School Staff)🏆 Winner: Rachel Holmes (@KyleAcademy ) 🎉 Finalists: Eilidh Bowers & Jenna Fraser 👏 Rachel’s passion & person-centred coaching have inspired over 50 pupils weekly! 🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Active Schools Volunteer of the Year 🏆 Winner: Caitlin Lawrie (@Dalmillingps) 🎉 Finalists: Evan Ferguson, Kenny MacPherson & Michelle Kelly 👏 Caitlin’s passion & dedication have transformed sport & inclusion at Dalmilling — a true community hero! 🌟 #SASportsAwards2025

🏆 Gold Level Active Schools Leader of the Year 🏆 Winner: Chloe Campbell (@QMAOfficial )🎉 Finalists: Evie Hunter (@kyleacademy_pe) & Jack Dougall (QMA) 👏 Chloe’s leadership & passion have transformed sport across her school community! 🌟 #SASportsAwards2025 @sportscotland