Carlisle United Community Sports Trust held their Awards Evening at the Halston on Friday 27 February, celebrating inspirational individuals from across their provision.
The event brought together CST staff, trustees, sponsors, club staff and award winners for an evening of celebration.
There were a total of eight awards given out on the evening, spanning across the wide range of provision that the CST offers.
Awards
- The Harry Armstrong Award - sponsored by West Silloth Motors
- Volunteer of the Year - sponsored by JJ Electrical
- Football For All Award - sponsored by Tech4
- The Inclusion Award - sponsored by John Watt & Son
- Community Impact Award - sponsored by World Group
- Girls Emerging Talent Centre Player of the Season - sponsored by Borderway Finance
- Football Development Scholarship Student of the Year - sponsored by Kingmoor Park
- Community Hero Award - sponsored by Pirelli
The Harry Armstrong Award
This award is named in tribute to Harry Armstrong, a former USW student who we sadly lost to suicide in 2019.
This award honours a student who has excelled on one of our degree programmes in partnership with the University of South Wales. Our Community Sports College deliver two university degree programmes in partnership with the EFL and the USW - the BSc Sports Coaching & Development and BA (Hons) Sports Business & Management. These blended learning degrees allow students to study locally at our college while also experiencing university life through residentials in Cardiff.
Watch our winner's inspiring story HERE!
The winner of the Harry Armstrong Award is Callum Logan.
Callum was presented his award by Kiara Orchard, who represented West Silloth Motors.
A huge thank you to West Silloth Motors for sponsoring this award.
Volunteer of the Year
This award celebrates a volunteer whose commitment and dedication to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion volunteering team; has helped to drive positive change, challenged barriers, and helped create a more inclusive community.
Watch our winner's exceptional story HERE!
The winner of the Volunteer of the Year is Charlotte Crosbie.
Charlotte was given her award by Jennie Mossop from JJ Electrical.
A huge thank you to JJ Electrical for sponsoring this award.
Football For All Award
Football for All is our PAN Disability football group and this award recognises and celebrates a core member of the group who shows enthusiasm, teamwork, helps others, leads by example and most importantly embodies the spirit of Football for All.
Watch our winner's heartwarming story HERE!
The winner of the Football For All Award is Marcus Tiffin-Farrar.
Marcus was presented his award by Paul Thorburn from Tech4.
A huge thank you to Tech 4 for sponsoring this award.
The Inclusion Award
This award celebrates an individual who demonstrates remarkable enthusiasm, resilience, and true community spirit shown within our Inclusion provision. By staying active, embracing connection, and inspiring others through their commitment.
The winner of The Inclusion Award is Joan Short.
Joan was handed her award by Peter and Carol Johnston from John Watt & Son.
A huge thank you to John Watt & Son for sponsoring this award.
Community Impact Award
This award celebrates a veteran who continues to serve with the same dedication and resilience shown in uniform. Through tireless community involvement and unwavering commitment to others, this honouree has created a profound and lasting impact, setting a powerful example of service beyond self.
Watch our winner's inspiring story HERE!
The winner of the Community Impact Award is Keith Richardson.
Keith was presented his award by Matt Spooner from World Group.
A huge thank you to World Group for sponsoring the award.
Girls Emerging Talent Centre Player of the Season
At Carlisle United Community Sports Trust, we deliver an FA Girls’ Emerging Talent Centre for 80 local female players — a high-quality development programme designed to support talented female footballers aged 8–16. The Centre provides a structured pathway where players can access high quality coaching while continuing to play for their local grassroots clubs. This Award celebrates the high achievement of one of the ETC participants.
Watch our winner's success story HERE!
The winner of the Girls Emerging Talent Centre Player of the Season is Chloe Brown.
Chloe was given her award by Mike Dean from Borderway Finance.
A huge thank you to Borderway Finance for sponsoring this award.
Football Development Scholarship Student of the Year
This award goes to a student who has excelled on the Football Development Scholarship — which is a two-year, full-time Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. This unique course gives 16–19-year-olds the chance to train like professional footballers while gaining a high-quality education.
Watch our winner's heartwarming story HERE!
The winner of the Football Development Scholarship Student of the Year is Rio Hayhurst.
Rio was handed his award by Steve Smith, our Chair of Trustees, on behalf of Neil McIntyre from Kingmoor Park.
A huge thank you to Kingmoor Park for sponsoring this award.
Community Hero Award
This award recognises an individual who goes above and beyond to make a positive difference in our local community. It celebrates someone whose dedication, compassion and commitment have had a lasting impact on the lives of others. Whether through working or volunteering their time, supporting others in times of need, or inspiring positive change, this person embodies the true spirit and values of Carlisle United Community Sports Trust. Tonight, we honour and thank them for their outstanding contribution.
Watch our winner's story HERE!
The winner of the Community Hero Award is John Halpin.
John was presented with his award on the night by Paul Heaton from Pirelli.
A huge thank you to Pirelli for sponsoring this award.
