Nominations for the 2026 Mezzo Isle of Man Sports Awards are now open, ahead of the ceremony taking place in March.

The public can now nominate athletes, teams and coaches across 12 updated categories.

Following a review by the Isle of Man Sport committee, this year's categories have been updated to reflect even more areas of Manx sport from unsung heroes and volunteers to elite professional athletes.

The categories are: Sportsman, Sportswoman, Under-21 Sportsperson, Disability Achievement, Coach, Lifetime Achievement, Team, Services to Sport, Community Impact Through Sport, Unsung Hero, Sporting Performance, and the Leonie Cooil 'Courage and Inspiration' Award.

To be eligible, nominees must be Manx or have lived in the island for at least two years. Nominations must be made online at the Isle of Man Sport website by Friday, December 11 or by emailing [email protected]

Andy Varnom, executive chairman of Isle of Man Sport, said: 'Our sporting community is built on talent, determination and the people who support it.

‘This year's changes mean more of those people can be recognised, from young athletes to the volunteers who make sport possible. I encourage everyone to nominate someone who deserves to be acknowledged.'

Minister for Education, Sport and Culture Sarah Maltby added: 'The Isle of Man Sports Awards is a celebration of the dedication, resilience and community spirit that define Manx sport.

‘I am excited to see even more inclusive categories, which will allow more exposure for those working tirelessly behind the scenes. I would also like to thank all our event sponsors.'

The shortlist will be unveiled in the New Year when tickets go on sale. The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony on Thursday, March 4 at the Villa Marina.

Glen Maye's Aimee Cringle was crowned Fittest Woman on Earth in her 3rd CrossFit Games in California (Photo: Aimee Cringle Instagram/CrossFit Games)
Glen Maye's Aimee Cringle was crowned Fittest Woman on Earth in her third CrossFit Games in California earlier this year and will be a serious contender for the Sportswoman of the Year award (Photo: Aimee Cringle Instagram/CrossFit Games) ( Aimee Cringle Instagram/CrossFit Games)