2026 Finalists Announced
We are proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 NZCIS Hutt Valley Sports Awards.
Now in its 16th year, the awards continue to celebrate sporting excellence across Lower and Upper Hutt, recognising the athletes, teams, coaches, volunteers, officials and community champions who make a significant contribution to sport in our region.
The judging panel, led by Naomi Shaw MNZM, acknowledged the outstanding calibre of nominations received across all categories this year. The finalists reflect the strength, diversity and passion of sport throughout the Hutt Valley community.
Award winners will be announced at the 2026 NZCIS Hutt Valley Sports Awards ceremony on Thursday 21 May at the Walter Nash Centre in Lower Hutt.
This year’s event will also feature a special Sporting Legend Induction honouring Billy Graham MNZM, alongside live entertainment from acclaimed New Zealand artist Hollie Smith.
Now in its 16th year, the awards continue to celebrate sporting excellence across Lower and Upper Hutt, recognising the athletes, teams, coaches, volunteers, officials and community champions who make a significant contribution to sport in our region.
The judging panel, led by Naomi Shaw MNZM, acknowledged the outstanding calibre of nominations received across all categories this year. The finalists reflect the strength, diversity and passion of sport throughout the Hutt Valley community.
Award winners will be announced at the 2026 NZCIS Hutt Valley Sports Awards ceremony on Thursday 21 May at the Walter Nash Centre in Lower Hutt.
This year’s event will also feature a special Sporting Legend Induction honouring Billy Graham MNZM, alongside live entertainment from acclaimed New Zealand artist Hollie Smith.
Finalists of each category are: