Sports Gold Coast

06/03/2026

If you weren’t at the 57th Gold Coast Sports Awards last weekend… you missed an unforgettable night. ✨

With over 500 members of the Gold Coast sporting community in the room, it was a celebration of the people and stories that make sport in our city so special.

There were moments that made us laugh, moments that made us cry, moments that had the whole room on their feet, and moments that had everyone up dancing.

Congratulations to our 2026 winners:

🏆 Athlete of the Year – Matt Rowell
🏆 Para-Athlete of the Year – Alexa Leary
🏆 Junior Athlete of the Year – Arisa Trew
🏆 Junior Volunteer of the Year – Noah Flaherty
🏆 Sporting Event of the Year – ASICS Gold Coast Marathon
🏆 Club of the Year – Southport Sharks
🏆 Sport Tech & Innovation – Pitch Up
🏆 Sports Photograph of the Year – Bailey Sands
🏆 Mayor’s Choice Award – Kai Sakakibara
🏆 Spirit of Sport Award – Daryl and Jo Kelly

A night that truly celebrated the power of sport on the Gold Coast.

📸 Full gallery now live thanks to our incredible photographer

03/03/2026

28/02/2026

ASICS Gold Coast Marathon (Events Management Queensland)

More than a race. A global showcase. A Gold Coast icon.

Congratulations to the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, named the 2025 Gold Coast Sporting Event of the Year.

Year after year, this event unites our city, fills our streets and shines on the international stage.

An institution of excellence. 🏃‍♂️✨

28/02/2026

Integrity. Leadership. Service.

The 2025 Daphne Pirie Spirit of Sport Medal was awarded to Darryl and Jo Kelly — two individuals whose impact on sport goes far beyond results.

Their contribution reflects the very values Daphne Pirie stood for.

A well-deserved honour for two remarkable members of our sporting community. 🤍

28/02/2026

Innovation is shaping the future of sport — and PitchUp is leading the charge.

The 2025 Sport Technology & Innovation Award recognises game-changing solutions that elevate how clubs, competitions and communities operate.

Smarter systems. Greater access. Stronger participation.

Congratulations on redefining what’s possible. 🔥

28/02/2026

One moment. One frame. A story that lives forever.

Congratulations to Bailey Sands, winner of the 2025 Sport Photograph of the Year.

Your image captured the raw emotion, intensity and power of sport — reminding us how deeply these moments matter.

An extraordinary talent behind the lens. 👏

28/02/2026

Noah Flaherty – Gold Coast Touch Association

At just 15 years of age, Noah Flaherty is already shaping the future of sport on the Gold Coast.

Referee. Mentor. Leader.

Volunteering multiple nights each week and supporting over 100 referees at major events — Noah’s dedication proves that leadership isn’t about age, it’s about character.

Congratulations to our 2025 Eximm Sport Junior Volunteer of the Year. 💙

28/02/2026

Voted by the community. Backed by passion. Built on culture.

Congratulations to the Southport Sharks, crowned the 2025 Gold Coast Club of the Year, proudly presented by Triple M.

With thousands of votes cast, this award reflects the heartbeat of Gold Coast sport — community, commitment and connection.

This one belongs to every member who makes your club what it is. 👏

28/02/2026

Resilience. Courage. Inspiration.

The 2025 Mayor’s Choice Award was proudly presented to Kai Sakakibara — an athlete whose journey has moved an entire city and inspired a nation.

Kai embodies what it truly means to be a champion.

Congratulations, Kai. 💛