The 50th edition of the Isle of Wight Sports Achievement Awards will take place next week (Thursday, March 27).
The awards, taking place at Medina Theatre, will celebrate almost 80 nominees across a range of disciplines, from children to older sportspeople.
The night, organised by the Isle of Wight Sports Foundation, will see 24 awards handed out as well as special awards recognising Service to Sport, Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Commitment.
The awards will also celebrate the Island's Olympians.
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The ceremony will be presented by former CP co-editor Lucy Morgan, journalist Harriet Hadfield and PR expert and former CP journalist Matt White.
Local businesses and charities have sponsored each category, which accolades juniors up to masters.
Newport business WRS Systems is the main sponsor for the event.
The Lord Lieutenant, High Sheriff, Richard Quigley MP, Joe Robertson MP and representatives from the Isle of Wight Council are expected to attend.
Claire Beasley, chair of the foundation, said: “We are looking forward to making this a truly special night, celebrating the incredible sports people and teams the Isle of Wight produces.
