NOMINATIONS for Wyre Forest's sporting heroes are now being taken.

In the annual awards, Wyre Forest District Council will be looking to celebrate individuals and teams as well as the people behind their success.

The 11 categories are Senior Sportsman, Senior Sportswoman, Junior Sportsman, Junior Sportswoman, Coach, Club of the Year, Most Developed Club, Junior Team, Disability Sports Personality of the Year, Volunteer and Unsung Hero.

Councillor Anne Hingley, cabinet member for Health, Well-being and Housing said previous awards had proved their was great talent in the district, with man winners going on to compete at national level.

“This is a great opportunity for clubs, coaches or sports people to be recognised for their outstanding achievements and celebrate the good practice that continues throughout the Wyre Forest," she said. "I would urge anyone who would like to nominate someone to submit their suggestions as soon as possible.”

The closing date for nominations is Friday, October 31, with the awards evening held on Wednesday, December 3, at Stourport Sports Club, Kingsway, Stourport-on-Severn.

For the first time, nominations can be submitted online at wyreforestdc.gov.uk/sportsawards.

For further information, or a paper version of the nomination form, contact Dale Evans, sports development officer, on 01562 732974 or by email dale.evans@wyreforestdc.gov.uk.