The 2024 WA Sport Awards were held on Thursday 6 February at Optus Stadium.
After a year stacked with dazzling displays of athletic prowess, Nina Kennedy has been named the Western Australia Sport Star at the 2024 WA Sport Awards, following an extraordinary season that has captured the hearts of sports fans worldwide.
Kennedy launched her remarkable year by claiming the Australian Championship title, setting the stage for an impressive international campaign. Just a month later, she showcased her elite talent with a stunning silver medal performance at the Doha Diamond League.
The pinnacle of her achievements came at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where she delivered a breathtaking performance to secure the Olympic Gold Medal. With this historic win, Kennedy made history as the first Australian woman to clinch gold in a field event at the Olympic Games, solidifying her legacy and inspiring a new generation of athletes.
2024 WA Sport Awards Winners
WA Sports Star
Nina Kennedy (Athletics)
Rebel Junior Sport Star
Iona Anderson (Swimming)
Team of the Year
WA Men’s Cricket Team (Cricket)
Coach of the Year
Ritchie Smith (Golf)
ActiveXchange Official of the Year
Ryan Arblaster (Swimming)
Organisation of the Year
Squash WA
Hyundai Sport Initiative of the Year
LGBTQIA+ Allyship in Sport Program (UWA Sport)
Department of Local Govt, Sport & Cultural Industries Administrator of the Year
Shayley McGurk Davy (Hockey WA)
Service to Sport – May Campbell Medal
Helen Robinson (Netball), Penelope Tanner-Hoath (Football), and Vicki Delves (Triathlon)
Community Sporting Event of the Year
Bike it to Ballidu (Cycling)
RSM Australia Community Sport Volunteer of the Year
Margie Oldfield (Cricket)
revolutioniseSPORT Community Club of the Year – John Gilmour Medal
Ellenbrook Vipers Rugby Union Club (Rugby Union)
Healthway Healthy Club Award
Pinjarra Football & Netball Club (AFL & Netball)
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