ATHLETE OF THE YEAR 2025 - FIRST NATIONS
This annual award recognises the outstanding sporting achievements by a Sunshine Coast First Nations athlete.
Nominations are encouraged from all First Nations athletes in all sports recognised by Sport Australia.
Athletes can self-nominate or be nominated by another person (e.g., coach, team manager, friend, relative).
Nominations will be assessed on the following performance criteria during the Annual Awards period (from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2025):
- Commitment and leadership as an athlete, as demonstrated positive attitude and sportspersonship on and off the field, willingness to help others within their sport, volunteer involvement in sport outside of participation
- The significance of the athlete’s development and progression in their sporting career
The Award nomination period closed on Wednesday 8th October 2025 and the Judging Panel are currently assessing all the nominations. Finalists will be advised early November and Award Recipients will be announced on Thursday 20th November 2025 at the Sunshine Coast Sports Annual Awards celebration at Altitude Nine.