On Wednesday 29th May LSBU Active celebrated and recognised students involved in sport at LSBU supported by London South Bank Student’s Union. The sold-out event saw over 100 students coming together from sports clubs, the social Just Play programme, sports scholars and student sports coaches on the Sports Ambassador Scheme. The event recognised the impact, engagement, development and sporting performance of all the students. It was an amazing night celebrating all of the students achievements showcasing how much sports enhances the student experience at LSBU. The sense of belonging, social connections, and pride in being an LSBU student in the sport for student programme really stood out. 

The award winners:  

Sports Ambassador of the Year- Impact: Katerina Efenberkova, School of Arts and Creative Industries 
 
Sports Ambassador of the Year- Development: Seon Kabia, School of Business 

Social Sport of the Year – with Special Mention:  Cricket and Emdad Shah


Club Leader of the Year: Nayana Gash, Cheerleading Club Leader, School of Applied Science 
 
Unsung Hero: Florence Smart, School of Health and Social Care 
 
Club of the Year- Impact: Women’s Football 
 
Club of the Year- Engagement: Cheerleading 
 
Club of the Year- Development: Women’s Rugby 
 
Sportsperson of the Year: Maxwell Jones, 1st year, School of Health and Social Care 
 
Team of the Year: Men’s Rugby  
 

Iliyan Stefanov, Director of Student Services enjoyed attending the event: “It’s fantastic, there is so much energy in this room, I can’t believe it!” 

Nicole Louis, Chief Operating Officer of The LSBU Group joined in with the celebrations: “It’s been a real reminder of how important sport, recreation and team spirit is, I’ve been really impressed with all of the teams, all of the individuals. It’s the energy, it’s the fun, it’s the team spirit and most importantly it’s LSBU Active!”