Inspiring Sporting Women

Inspiring Sporting Women in St Helens - Plaque Recognition Scheme

The Inspiring Sporting Women plaque scheme has been established to recognise outstanding females in St Helens, who have excelled in their field of sport. To be recognised, women would have to meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Criteria

• Been born and / or educated within the borough of St Helens 
• Play a sport whose National Governing Body is recognised by Sport England 
• Represented their country at an international competition, Commonwealth or Olympic Games.
• A maximum of two plaques will be awarded each year

The application process is open until 31st December each year, with successful recipients announced in March. Decisions are final, although previous submissions can be re-nominated if unsuccessful. St Helens Borough Council retain the right to remove a recognition plaque if necessary. 

To nominate a person, please complete the Nomination Form