Shortlist revealed for Sports Awards 2025
As the University of Birmingham marks our 125 anniversary, the 2025 Sports Awards are set to be a standout celebration of everything that makes our sporting community so special.
Every year, the Sports Awards spotlight the individuals and teams whose commitment, passion, and achievements have made a lasting impact – from elite athletes and standout student coaches to inclusive clubs and game-changing volunteers.
This year’s ceremony takes place on Thursday 29 May 2025, and we’re excited to share the shortlist across all categories. The winners will be revealed on the night as we come together to honour another unforgettable year in UoB Sport.
You can find all the event details and updates at the Sports Awards page. You can see the full shortlist below:
Campus League Team of the Year
- Charlton Unathletic
- Econ Hockey
- Kingvig
- MFL Netball
Club of the Year
- Fencing
- Lifesaving
- Squash
- Tennis
- Women’s Cricket
Coach of the Year (Non-Student)
- Gary Humpage (Swimming)
- Greg Pearson (Football)
- Ian Skitt (Fencing)
- Jack Crossley (Tennis)
- Jamie Wilton (Rowing)
- Jon Tate (Squash)
Coach of the Year (Student)
- Charlie Self (Weightlifting)
- Holly Blanks (Korfball)
- Jacob Dawson (Taekwondo)
- Jess Baron (Lifesaving)
- Tom Morgan (Tennis)
EDI Award
- American Flag Football
- Joe Carnelly (Athletics)
- Touch Rugby
National Team of the Year
- Fencing W1
- Karate
- Men’s Cross Country
- Squash M1
- Squash W1
Placement Student of the Year
- Alex Holloway (Performance Analyst)
- Emily Miskell (Club Management)
- Josh Mason (Video Analyst)
- Sammy Pratt (GPS)
- Tyler Billyard (Video Analyst)
Regional Team of the Year
- Fencing M1
- Hockey M4
- Hockey W3
- Tennis M1
Sports Person of the Year
- Hannah Pearce (Hockey)
- Jess Bailey (Athletics)
- Lottie Bingham (Hockey)
- Ollie Morgan (Swimming)
- Will Barnicoat (Athletics)
Volunteer of the Year
- Amber Lawson-Smith (Swimming)
- Siobhan Gregory (Athletics)
- Tom Pope (Tennis)
Half Blues
Awarded to students who have competed at a national or equivalent level within their sport, Half Blues recognise outstanding individual performance and dedication.
- Adam Prock
- Amelie Russell
- Becky Stacey
- Casper Lea
- David Stone
- Eleanor Strevens
- Ioan Sharpe
- Jess Bailey
- Kate Willis
- Maisie Everett
- Oliver Hunter
- Quinn Miell-Ingram
- Zsofia Keresztes
Full Blues
Full Blues are the highest sporting honour awarded at the University of Birmingham, recognising students who have represented their country at a senior international level.
- Alice Atkinson
- Hannah Pearce
- Kathryn Mole
- Lottie Bingham
- Megan Costall
- Poppy Tank
- Sanjay Jeeva
Sport Colours
Awarded to students who’ve made an outstanding contribution to their club – from leadership and performance to their commitment behind the scenes – this year’s recipients represent the very best of UoB sport.
- Adrian Ting
- Alex Kendrew
- Emily Powdrell
- Hannah Diamond
- Jack Abis
- Lamya Majeed
- Lois Conway
- Matt Harris-Pernet
- Zsofia Keresztes
See you there!
Whether you’re shortlisted, part of a club, or cheering on your teammates, the Sports Awards are a celebration of you – the students, coaches, volunteers and supporters who make sport at Birmingham so vibrant, inspiring and successful.
To everyone who’s made this year unforgettable: thank you. And to those who’ve made the shortlist – congratulations! We can’t wait to come together and celebrate your achievements on 29 May.
