Celebrations were held for our local sports personalities on Thursday 8th July at the Solihull Arts Complex. Awards were presented by the Deputy Mayor and the winners were:
- Sportsman (Joint): Jonathan Eley; speed skater representing Great Britain at the 2010 Winter Olympics and bronze medalist at the European Championships in Dresden.
- Sportsman (Joint): Tom Iveson; speed skater representing Great Britain at the 2010 Winter Olympics and bronze medalist at the European Championships in Dresden.
- Sportwoman: Danielle Khan; 2009 speed skating European Champion and 3 times British Champion.
- Team Award: Mohawks Ice Racing Team; 2010 short-track British Champions.
- Coaching Achievement: Chantel Hunter; a role model for ladies and girls football, having delivered girls football in over 40 primary schools, set up community clubs and been a mentor on the Regional L2 Female Coach Programme.
- Services to Sport (Joint): Peter Jones; many years of dedication and the driving force for Solihull Canoe Club.
- Services to Sport (Joint): John Mee; over 40 years teaching young people to swim and active involvement in the running of Solihull Swimming Club
- Young Sports Volunteer: Gemma-Louise Deery; superb role model to younger swimmers and a volunteer for over six years at Solihull Swimming Club.
If you would like more details on the winners Sports Awards Citations 2010
