On Friday 6 June 2025, we hosted our annual Volunteer Awards Ceremony at Raploch Community Campus – an uplifting evening filled with inspiring stories, proud moments, and well-deserved recognition.
We’d like to begin by saying a heartfelt thank you to all our volunteers. Your passion, commitment, and dedication never go unnoticed – we are so proud of everything you do!
This year’s celebration once again honoured the outstanding contributions of volunteers from across the Stirling area – individuals who dedicate their time and energy to support Active Stirling’s programmes and services, and those who play a vital role in the network of local clubs affiliated with ClubSport Stirling.
The awards highlight the incredible work volunteers do to make Stirling a healthier, more active place to live. From coaching and mentoring to supporting walking groups and inclusive sport initiatives, each volunteer plays a vital role in helping others get active and stay connected.
The ceremony brought together over 150 guests, including nominees, VIPs, Active Stirling Board Members, partners, and stakeholders, all gathered to celebrate the incredible contributions of our volunteer community.
Our Interim Head of Sport, Physical Activity and Inclusion, Dougie Porteous, opened the evening with a warm welcome and shared some powerful moments before presenting the awards.
Volunteers are the driving force behind sport and physical activity in Stirling. They play a vital role in delivering, coordinating, and managing countless opportunities across our communities. From sports clubs and after-school programs to community and walking groups, thousands of dedicated individuals help keep Stirling active. We are proud to support them and, through the Volunteer Awards, offer a small token of recognition for the incredible work they do to make Stirling a vibrant place to live and engage in sport and physical activity.
Catch the highlights from this spectacular evening below
- Community Impact Award – Bike Trossachs
- Club Engagement of the Year – Doune & Dunblane Cricket Club
- Scottish Clubsport Stirling Award – Lesley Greenaway
- SportAbility Club of the Year – Milton All Stars
- Walking Group of the Year – Riverside Health Walk
- Walk Leader of the Year – David Giles
- Service to Walk Leading Award - David Giles
- Young Coach of the Year – George Thomson
- Coach of the Year - Callum Brown
- SportAbility Volunteer of the Year – Lucy Walkup
- School Staff of the Year – Matt Campbell
- Sports Leader of the Year – Sam Edgell
- Parent Volunteer of the Year – Thea Meridis
- 20 Years of Active School Heroes – Catherine Taylor, Rhoda Keenan and Sammy Hibbert
- Young Volunteer of the Year – Liam McKenna
- Volunteer of the Year – Vikki Burns
- Special Recognition Award – Jenna Wardrop
Also in attendance was Lord Provost Elaine Watterson, who joined in the celebrations and presented several awards.
It was a truly fantastic evening. It was inspiring to see the incredible contributions made by volunteers across so many different areas of Stirling. Their dedication and passion make a real difference in our communities, and it was a pleasure to celebrate their achievements.
The night was filled with emotion, gratitude, and joy, as the achievements and personal stories of each award recipient were shared. Each round of applause served as a reminder of just how much volunteers bring to our community.
We’d like to thank everyone who submitted nominations – your continued support helps shine a light on the individuals who go above and beyond to make a difference.
Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier Stirling.
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