Lower Austria is looking for the sports hero of the year - nominate now!

Lower Austria is looking for the sports hero of the year - nominate now!

With today's date, May 30, 2025, the exciting search for the "sports hero of the year" in Lower Austria begins. This award, initiated by Sportland Lower Austria and ORF Lower Austria, honors the tireless volunteers who do valuable work in the background. Udo Landbauer, Sports Councilor and Deputy Governor, emphasizes the important role of these people in sport and would like to give them the visibility and appreciation through this honor. The nomination phase starts to match the international day of the neighborhood, a day that is dedicated to cohesion and community. Nominations are possible until July 31, 2025 and can be submitted to the website www.sportlandnoe.at/sportheld .

The selection of the nominees goes hand in hand with the realization that volunteers are crucial for the functioning of many sports clubs. They organize training, look after children and adolescents and maintain the facilities that are essential for the association. Suaentiere creativity and commitment of these people are often visible in inspiring stories that the jury should impress in the selection of the five volunteers to be elected.

appreciation of the volunteer

"We want to highlight extraordinary stories and inspiring personalities," said Landbauer. The importance of volunteering in sport can hardly be overestimated. According to Sport Austria Commitments are often enriching. The connection between volunteer work and the quality of life in society is evident. The services performed by volunteers not only increase quality of life, but also help to secure the future of many organizations and sports clubs.

This honor also has a long -term perspective. On October 23, 2025, the winner will be chosen in the Hall Krems campus, where the public has the opportunity to coordinate for their favorites. The public voting is actively involved in the process and creates a feeling of togetherness and appreciation for the voluntary services.

commitment and inspiration

The initiatives related to the honor of the “Sports Helden of the Year” also encourage young people to get involved in sport and socially. In one of nö.gv.at published brochure, which is aimed specifically at the youth, the advantages of engagement in sports are listed. This publication shows how young people can benefit from personal experiences and special moments through active participation in sports.