Categories and Media Requirements

The Ian Wooldridge Trophy is open to writers aged 30 or under on 31 December 2025, or to those with less than two years industry experience. Previous gold winners are not eligible to enter. Entries must show versatility and a high standard of writing. Entries must consist of five published reports and up to 500-word citation. This category is open to journalists whose work is published online or in magazines, as well as newspaper correspondents.

Note: The winners of the Ones to Watch categories will be announced prior to the awards ceremony via the SJA website. The winners will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the event.