All the winners from the Lincolnshire Sport and Physical Activity Awards

Fighting Fit, delivered by Lincoln City Foundation, picked up both the Impact on Health Award and the People's Choice Award at this year's Lincolnshire Sport and Physical Activity Awards on Thursday 12 November, the second following a public vote.

The awards, organised by Active Lincolnshire in partnership with Lincolnshire Community Foundation, recognise individuals, schools, clubs and community organisations from across the county for their contribution to improving health, wellbeing and opportunities for people to be active.

A Special Recognition Award was presented by Active Lincolnshire Chair, Paul Barron, to Liam Scully, Chief Executive Officer of Lincoln City Football Club, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sport and physical activity across Lincolnshire. Under Liam's leadership, the club achieved promotion to the Championship while deepening its impact in the community, inspiring people of all ages to get involved in football and helping improve health and wellbeing across the county.

There were more winners from the city. Nigel Oldham received the Unsung Hero Award for his commitment to Lincoln Vulcans Swimming Club, and Lincoln United LGBTQ Football Club won the Inclusion and Diversity Award. Just outside Lincoln, Branston Church of England Infants School picked up the Positive Experiences for Children & Young People Award, sponsored by The Engine Shed, for helping children develop confidence and positive attitudes towards being active.

Emma Tatlow, Chief Executive of Active Lincolnshire, said:

"These awards celebrate the incredible people and organisations using physical activity to improve lives across Lincolnshire. Every winner and finalist has shown the significant benefits of being active has in boosting wellbeing, bringing communities together and creating lasting positive change."

Across the rest of the county, Laura Nelson, an instructor from Station Leisure and Learning Centre in Mablethorpe, received the Active Change Award, sponsored by Chestnut Homes, recognising the positive impact physical activity has had on her wellbeing and career. Justyna Łukaszuk, founder of White Eagle Cultural and Development Centre CIC based in Spalding, was named winner of the Community Champion Award, sponsored by East Lindsey District Council.

The Active Skills Award went to inspire+, and Sleaford Snails was recognised as Active Club for providing welcoming opportunities for people of all abilities to take part in sport and physical activity. John Copsey, former Chair of Lincolnshire Tennis, received the Outstanding Service to Sport and Physical Activity Award for his long-standing dedication to helping others enjoy the benefits of being active.

Heather Arnatt, Deputy CEO of Lincolnshire Community Foundation, said: "We are delighted to have worked in partnership with Active Lincolnshire to deliver this year's awards. The persistence, creativity and commitment shown by grassroots sports clubs, volunteers and community organisations across Lincolnshire are a powerful reminder of the difference local people make every day."

The full list of winners and finalists is on the Active Lincolnshire website.