Nominations are now being accepted for 2015 USA Triathlon Multisport Awards. National governing body USA Triathlon (USAT) would like to recognize those who fuelled the multisport lifestyle in the 2015 season. Nominations will be accepted until 29 February 2016 – contact awards[at]usatriathlon.org with any questions.
There are six award categories:
- Volunteer of the Year Award
- Jeff Jewell Spirit Award
- Military Sport Award
- Most Inspirational Comeback Award
- Spirit of Multisport Award
- Lifetime Achievement Award
In order to get started, US multisport athletes and fans simply click on the desired award for award criteria and applications/nominations. USAT is advising the US multisport community not to wait to nominate those individuals who have made an impact. The winners will be announced in USA Triathlon’s e-newsletter Multisport Zone in March 2016.
Past award winners are not eligible for nomination. Past honourable mention recipients are eligible.
Volunteer of the Year Award
This award recognizes an individual or organization whose volunteer leadership in the multisport movement has been transformative and who has mobilized and unified athletes, programs and organizations that improve the events, youth or others affiliated with the sport.
Jeff Jewell Spirit Award
This award honours Jeff Jewell, a massage therapist for Team USA from 2001-2009, an active triathlete and devoted USA Triathlon annual member. He lost his battle with brain cancer on 15 November 2010. As USAT notes, he was one of life’s biggest cheerleaders and was an inspiration to everyone he met. The recipient of this award is someone who truly embodies the spirit of Jeff Jewell.
Military Sport Award
This award recognizes the multisport successes achieved by the men and women of the US Armed Forces.
Most Inspirational Comeback Award
This award recognizes athletes who have made a comeback to the sport after a traumatic or troublesome personal situation.
Spirit of Multisport Award
This award recognizes those individuals who illustrate the principles of the positive spirit of the sport as displayed through acts of sportsmanship and leadership in multisport, with no deference to athletic ability.
Lifetime Achievement Award
This award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to USA Triathlon and the multisport lifestyle. These contributions, whether they have been in performance, leadership, volunteerism or mentorship, must demonstrate impact on the multisport lifestyle and support an extended commitment to the sport.
