The borough’s grassroots sporting heroes were celebrated last month (17 July 2025) at the 8th annual Ealing Sports Awards, held at William Perkin High School in Greenford. The evening recognised local athletes, clubs, coaches and volunteers across nine categories.
Hosted by Ealing Council, with support from Everyone Active, the awards drew a crowd of community supporters and special guests. Among those presenting awards were the Mayor of Ealing, Councillor Anthony Kelly; cabinet member for thriving communities, Councillor Blerina Hashani; and former Great Britain athlete, Jacqui Agyepong.
The most poignant moment of the evening came with the posthumous presentation of the Outstanding Contribution to Sport Award to John Taylor, who passed away in March 2025. Mr Taylor dedicated over 34 years to the Middlesex Football Association and grassroots football. His wife, Gill, accepted the award on his behalf, saying: “I and all the family are extremely honoured. It shows us how highly regarded and respected John was in the Football Community.”
The full list of winners:
- Coach of the Year: Jo Crowley – Ealing Judo Club
- Inclusive and Active Award: Kuldip Gill – Lets Go Southall
- Adult Sports Person of the Year: John Fielding – Athletics
- Adult Volunteer of the Year: Peter Gannon – Handball/West London Eagles Handball Club, Simone Asquith – Football/Acton Ealing Whistlers FC
- Junior Volunteer of the Year: Harvey Spencer-Hotton – Boxing
- Junior Sports Person of the Year: Jaspreet Gill – Water Polo, Manpreet Gill – Water Polo
- Sports Club of the Year: Ealing Judo Club
- Junior Club of the Year: Ealing Fields Girls NFL Flag
- Outstanding Contribution to Sport: John Taylor – Middlesex FA
Councillor Blerina Hashani praised the community’s efforts: “Congratulations to all the winners and nominees. These awards highlight the incredible work being done by individuals and clubs to promote sport and wellbeing in our borough. We are proud of our community’s passion and commitment.”
