Nominations open for 2013 inductions into the KPMG South Australian Sport Hall of Fame

Nominations for 2013 inductions into the KPMG South Australian Sport Hall of Fame have opened, with organisers Sport SA hoping to see at least one nomination put forward from each sport to truly reflect the diverse history of sport in South Australia.

Sport SA already has around 100 nominations for the Hall of Fame on record that will be considered by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee for inclusion in 2013 but is welcoming more.

All sports that have sent through nominations in 2010, 2011 and 2012 have the opportunity to renominate candidates if they believe important information had been omitted from the original nomination form.

The Hall of Fame is intended to celebrate the entire sports community whether they be participants, coaches or officials.

Nominations close Friday Friday 16th August 2013.

Successful inductees will be announced at an announcement function and all inductees will be honoured at the 2013 KPMG Celebration of South Australian Sport Awards which will be held on Friday 22nd November at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

The Advertiser Channel Seven Sports Star of the Year Awards

Sports Star of the Year
Awarded to the premier South Australian athlete based on his or her performance throughout the year nationally and internationally.

Peoples Choice Sports Star of the Year Award
The most popular South Australian sportsperson from the Sports Star finalists chosen by the people of SA.
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Team of the Year
Recognising the state's best performed team both nationally and internationally.
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Junior Sports Star of the Year Award
Recognising the state's best performed junior athlete.
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Elite Athlete with a Disability
Recognising the best performing athlete with a disability.

Tanya Denver Award for Endeavour and Sportsmanship
Recognising an inspirational athlete based on the courage and performance shown to reach the elite level.
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Sport SA Awards

Country Athlete of the Year
Must be a resident in regional South Australia who has achieved outstanding sporting success in country competition.

Event of the Year
Awarded to a state sporting event largely organised by a state sporting body that has achieved a high standard of excellence.
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Coach of the Year
Awarded to an individual who has either made a significant contribution to the success of a person /team or has shown excellence in coaching practices.
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Official of the Year
Awarded to an individual who has demonstrated dedication, skill, knowledge and expertise in officiating at the highest possible level.
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Administrator of the Year
Awarded to an individual who has made a significant contribution to their chosen sport or the sports industry as a whole.
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Volunteer Award
Awarded to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the sports industry in a voluntary capacity.
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School Sports Award (Primary and Secondary)
Awarded to a Primary and School student aimed at recognising and rewarding outstanding sporting achievements of young people within our community.
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For details go to http://www.sportsa.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=44&Itemid=165