Sports Awards 2019

Theatre at The Mill was awash with glitz and glamour last night as Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council hosted the 2019 Antrim and Newtownabbey Sports Awards. Hosted by broadcaster, video journalist and sports presenter, Denise Watson, this prestigious sporting event celebrates the success, commitment and dedication from the athletes and sports representatives within the Borough. 

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Alderman John Smyth commented,

“The Antrim and Newtownabbey Sports Awards showcase the talent and commitment from the Borough’s sports stars, coaches and volunteers. Sport is a hugely important aspect of life which keeps people healthy, engaged, and provides all involved with a great sense of achievement and purpose. I would like to congratulate all nominees across each of the categories and in particular, the winners of each of the categories, well done!”

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The 2019 Antrim and Newtownabbey Sports Awards nominees and winners are:

Club of the Year Nominees
WINNER: Mallusk Harriers

Junior Team of the Year Nominees
WINNER: Antrim Phoenix Trampoline Club


Senior Team of the Year Nominees
WINNER: Old Bleach Veterans Bowling Team


Coach of the Year Nominees
WINNER: Ashleigh Berry


Sports Person of the Year with a Disability Nominees
WINNER: Gareth McNeilly


Services to Sport Nominees
WINNER: Michael Maguire


Roll of Honour (Posthumous Award)
George Glasgow


Janet Parkinson Award
WINNER: Michaela Walsh


Junior Sports Person of the Year Dr Jonathan Rea MBE Award
WINNER: Tom McKibbin 
Adult Sports Person of the Year
WINNER: Dr Jonathan Rea MBE