2025 Community Award Winners

The JudoScotland Community Awards are our National Awards recognising the hard work and dedication of the Judo workforce in Scotland.  

This year we have been overwhelmed by the quality and quantity of award nominations celebrating individual contributions to our sport, it has been our busiest awards yet with 126 nominations across the eight categories! 

We look forward to visiting the clubs of each of our 2025 winners soon to present them with their awards.  

“Every Thursday evening they welcome along the participants to the Junior & Senior sessions whilst parents and carers are welcomed into our break out area where we provide tea, coffee and home baking. This has enabled the parents and carers to build a community of support and understanding.” 

“What stands out most is the welcoming and safe environment Gary has created. Children, teenagers, adults, and individuals with additional needs are all treated with the same care and respect. The atmosphere at Cluarankwai is one of belonging, and that is because of Gary’s leadership and values.” 

“Antony’s patience is evident as he works at the student’s own pace, ensuring that everyone feels supported and valued. His enthusiasm is infectious and inspires students to push beyond their perceived limits. By embodying these qualities, Antony fosters a positive and effective learning environment for students with disabilities, empowering them to thrive and achieve their full potential.”

“Claire provides a wide range of development opportunities, from club sessions to regional and national competitions, training camps, and bespoke development days. She actively encourages judoka to push their boundaries and exposes them to high-performance environments that accelerate their growth.” 

“Kirsty has from the onset and continues to inspire as a positive role model for all participants and her peers. She has taken many a fledgling under her wing providing a calm and supportive role for bringing others of all ages into officiating. On speaking to those she has inspired and taught, she in one of the main reasons they have continued to be involved in officiating and always look forward to being in her company.” 

“Simone is a dedicated volunteer at Hamilton Judo Club Inclusion, where she serves as club secretary and actively participates in the Disability and ASN (Additional Support Needs) sessions. Her volunteer work creates valuable opportunities for disabled adults and young people across South Lanarkshire to engage in sport, promoting improved physical and mental wellbeing.”

“Amy’s influence is deeply felt across all levels of the club’s community—from the youngest Judoka taking their first steps onto the mat to aspiring athletes entering the competitive arena. In addition to her work at Tams Brig, Amy also coaches her university Judo team, balancing her responsibilities with a high level of professionalism and drive. Her dual involvement in grassroots and university Judo reflects her versatility as a coach and her broader commitment to the sport’s development.”

“For over five decades, Peter Gardiner has been a beacon of inspiration and excellence in the world of judo. His dedication to the sport has shaped the lives of countless children and adults, instilling confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love for the sport.”