The hunt is on again to find Torbay's sporting superstars.

Nomination forms are now available for the 2003 Torbay Sports Personality of the Year awards organised by Torbay Council.

Sports Development Officer Vicky Tindall said: 'These annual awards aim to recognise and reward sports people across Torbay for their hard work, dedication and success in local sport.

'The awards also include categories for coaches and volunteers, without whose commitment many sports people would not achieve the high levels they do.'

Cllr Jean Cope, Executive Member for Learning and Cultural Services on Torbay Council, said: 'We are hoping we will get a record number of nominations for these prestigious awards.

'I would like to make an appeal to the many clubs and organisations across Torbay to get involved. If there is someone you feel deserves such an award, don't let them go unrecognised - get nominating now.'

The closing date for entries is 20 February, and winners will be invited to attend the awards ceremony on Thursday 25 March at Paignton Zoological and Botanical Gardens.

To obtain a nomination form please contact Vicky Tindall, Sports Development Officer on 01803 207961, or visit the Torbay Council website at www.torbay.gov.uk

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