Categories and Media Requirements

This award recognises the radio, audio, television, or digital journalist who, in the judges’ opinion, has made the biggest impact in sports journalism over the past year. It is open to sports news correspondents and reporters who have broken stories, gathered original content, and delivered compelling coverage through rolling news channels, documentaries, interviews, or post-match reporting.

Entrants will be judged on the quality, accuracy, and impact of their journalism, with consideration given to production pressures, including turn-around times and challenging reporting conditions.

The entry can include studio-based and/or on-location work. Entries should consist of a showreel of clips lasting no more than 5 minutes in total and be accompanied by a supporting statement of no more than 250 words, highlighting how the journalist has made an impact in 2025.