Annual SSF sportscotland
Awards 2023

Winners 2023

Spirit of The Year Winner Dean Rhappozzoh

This award recognises a unique young person who stands out by their encouragement of others, enthusiasm and has a positive attitude. Their spirit, drive and determination are truly inspiring.

Coach / Youth Worker of The Year Winner Ewan McTurk

This award is for an exceptional SSF Coach or Youth Worker, who has shown dedication and worked tirelessly and selflessly to support the health and wellbeing of young people.

Unsung Hero of The Year Winner Ellie-Rose McKinley

This award recognises a young person who is continuously putting others in front of themselves.

Social Impact Award Winner PEEK

This organisation has harnessed the power of their business/organisation to positively impact communities and/ or our planet.

Changing Lives Partner of The Year
Winner Gallatown Bike Hub

This organisation has used sport innovatively and intentionally to change the lives of young people in the last year.

Positive Destination Award Winner Zac O’Neil

This award is for a young person who has worked to achieve their goal destination.

Inspiring Journey of The Year Winner Jake Larcombe

This award is for an SSF young volunteer who has come through SSF programmes and is now dedicating their time weekly to support the journey of other young people.

Ian Reid Outstanding Achievement
Award Winner Aidan Brewer

This SSF young person can be described as ‘awesome’, they give their all, have overcome challenge and are always there taking every opportunity to positively change their life.

Coach / Youth Worker of The Year
Commendation for Zoe Leverage

This SSF young person can be described as ‘awesome’, they give their all, have overcome challenge and are always there taking every opportunity to positively change their life.