University Half Colours

• Students MUST be in their final year (unless in exceptional circumstances).
• Improvement of personal performance in their particular field of sport.
• Commitment to sport at The Students' Union Club level.
• High level of commitment to their club/team, running of club activities, or club development,
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Must have represented your team consistently (minimum of two years*) in BUCS or equivalent competition.

 *For the 2021/22 academic year, special circumstances will be applied to those with one years' representation but would have represented for a second year.

 University Full Colours

• Commitment to sport at UWE Club level
• Consistently high level of performance in their particular field of sport.
• Evidence of attending regularly organised club activity.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Participated in/embedded fundraising wit RAG, volunteering or sustainability (Greener Futures Award) within the club.
• Must have represented your 1st team consistently (minimum of two years*) in BUCS or equivalent competition.

 *For the 2021/22 academic year, special circumstances will be applied to those with one years' representation but would have represented for a second year.

 University Full Colours with Merit

• Selected for National Representative Squad: England, Wales. Northern Ireland, Scotland.
• Outstanding level of performance within their particular field of sport.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Represented UWE in BUCS or equivalent for a minimum of two years*.

 *For the 2021/22 academic year, special circumstances will be applied to those with one years' representation but would have represented for a second year.

 University Full Colours with Distinction

• Selected for an International representative squad (e.g. Great Britain, England, Wales or equivalent).
• Extremely high level of performance within their particular field of sport.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Represented UWE in BUCS or equivalent for a minimum of two years*.

 *For the 2021/22 academic year, special circumstances will be applied to those with one years' representation but would have represented for a second year.

captain of the year

• Demonstrates good leadership and support to their team
• Good organisational skills for training and match days / competitions
• A positive role model and an asset to UWE
• Efficient game day/ competition management

 Committee Member of the Year

• Regular attendance at Sports events and meetings.
• As an individual, has made a high contribution to the clubs activity, reputation and achievements.
• Encouraged the participation of members and non-members to engage in events and activities.
• Exceptional organisation. 
• Continuous commitment to enhance student experience and engagement within the club.

 Sports Personality of the Year 

• Only one member from each sports club shall be short listed (unless in exceptional circumstances).
• This award entitles the winner to a two year honorary membership of the club.
• Nominees should usually be in their final year of study.
• Outstanding achievement, commitment and dedication to their field of sport and sports club.
• Consistent, outstanding performance whilst competitively playing for UWE.
• Enhancement and development of the reputation of their chosen field of sport/club within UWE or externally.
• Adherence to Sports Committee rules and regulations & the development of sport/club procedures & training.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Involvement/commitment beyond what would normally be expected of a volunteer in terms of going over and above their agreed hours or role.

 Sports VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

• Has consistently dedicated their time and effort in a selfless manner to help others succeed in their goals, overcome challenges and undertake tasks by making valuable contributions that have made a positive impact
• Has shown Involvement/commitment beyond what would normally be expected of a volunteer both within the Club, UWE or externally.
• Enhancement and development of the reputation of their Club within UWE or externally within their chosen activity.
• Encouraged the participation of members and non-members to engage in volunteering activities

 sports Club of the Year (team sports)

• Excellent organisation of it's activities, whether virtually or in-person.
• Consistent support and involvement of all members.
• A well democratically run club.
• A well structured schedule of training & activities.
• Participation in community volunteering.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Effective organisation and communication with The Students' Union at UWE and Club membership.
• Adherence to Student Council policies and procedures. 

 Club of the Year (individual sports)

• Excellent organisation of it's activities, whether virtually or in-person.
• Consistent support and involvement of all members.
• A well democratically run club.
• A well structured schedule of training & activities.
• Participation in community volunteering.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Effective organisation and communication with The Students' Union at UWE and Club membership.
• Adherence to Student Council policies and procedures.

 Committee of the year

• High level of communication with The Students' Union
• Good Organisation.
• High level of teamwork and cohesion within the committee
• Good working relationship and communication with membership
• To have all been a part of the great running of the club
• To have all acted professionally towards each other and the sports and activities support staff
• To have gone above and beyond with organisation, including but not limited to; running a large number of trips, attending a number of competitions, hosted an event on behalf of UWE.

 Team Spirit Award

• Must demonstrate a passion and commitment to their sport and team engagement.
• Encourages and supports innovative and collaborative work within the club that enhances the student experience.
• The team displays obvious enthusiasm – in supporting teams, appearance, interactions with teams/officials, etc. – at the competition.
• Spirit is part of the team and is apparent in all they do, including at their training, in their university, with sponsors and other teams.
• To have all acted professionally towards each other and the sports and activities support staff.
• High level of teamwork and cohesion within the club.
• They demonstrate spirit as a unified team.

 SPORTS CLUB EQUALITY Award

• For the first time, we are introducing a new Award category called the ‘Sports Club Equality Award’. With such a diverse University community with students from across the world, The Students’ Union is committed to creating an inclusive environment through its contribution to the Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity agenda. This award recognises a Sports Club that has demonstrated a passion for equality through their activities and engagement with the student community. This Sports Club will have championed EDI and have proven examples for creating inclusive events or activities that includes the wider student body especially groups that may not typically engage. 

 Team of the year

• High level of teamwork and cohesion within the team.
• To have performed well within their league/competitions for this academic year.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and have been an asset to UWE.
• Effective organisation and communication with The Students' Union at UWE and members of their team.

Most Improved Team

• A team that has demonstrated considerable improvement from previous seasons.
• Performing well in competitions/fixtures. Showing a high level of commitment to training.
• Demonstrate continued projection in their success.

best marketed club

• Consistent and high-quality level of social media presence, with engaging marketing materials for their membership.
• Positive interactions with other clubs and local community on social media. Has a good following and all key information is relevant and up to date/easily accessible to perspective students.
• High level of professionalism.