Dragons RFC is delighted to announce the second ever Dragons Community Awards will take place in May 2027 - as we once again come together to celebrate achievements within our community programme and within rugby across clubs, schools and organisations across Gwent.
The first ever Dragons Community Awards were held in May at Rodney Parade as we recognised excellence, commitment, and impact in community rugby and social inclusion initiatives.
A fantastic evening celebrated community success stories both in our provisions but also across Gwent as we recognised the clubs, schools, coaches and volunteers who make such a difference and support our sport’s growth.
And now the Dragons Community Awards will return on Thursday, May 13, 2027 – exactly six months today!
Mike Sage, Head of Community at Dragons RFC, said: “Our first-ever Dragons Community Awards at Rodney Parade as an incredible occasion as we recognised and celebrated key individuals and organisations who interact with our Family of Provisions every year, alongside the outstanding work going on in our wider community across the region.
“We’re thrilled to announce the awards will return and that nominations open right now in four key categories as we look to celebrate those individuals and clubs who make a difference to our game.
“Tickets will go on sale in the New Year and we start the countdown to a special evening as we welcome guests, partners and supporters to what is now a key night in our rugby calendar.”
Awards on the night include:
Dragons RFC Volunteer of the Year: This award recognises the outstanding contribution of a volunteer within our range of community provisions.
Community Volunteer of the Year: This award recognises the outstanding contribution of a volunteer who have transformed lives though grassroots efforts at a club or organisation in Gwent.
Community Eco Club of the Year: We recognise a club within Gwent who have put sustainability at the forefront of work and are determined to be environmentally friendly and raise eco-awareness.
Community Player of the Year – Inclusion provision: An award for the player who has made the most impact across our range of community provisions.
Phil James Memorial Award: To acknowledge someone who has been inspirational throughout their community and embodies the values of the club or school they represent.
Community Partnership of the Year: Celebrating our key partners and highlighting the partnership that has made a significant difference over the last season.
Community ‘Moment’ of the Year: From grassroots projects to club milestones and memorable occasions or achievements. What is your wow moment over the last 12 months?
Lifetime Achievement/Special Recognition Award: To celebrate an individual who has shown outstanding commitment and dedication to grassroots rugby over a significant period. Open to nominations form any club, organisation, charity or school.
People across our region can now make nominations in the following categories:
- Community Volunteer of the Year
- Community Eco Club of the Year
- Community ‘Moment’ of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement / Special Recognition Award
You can send your nominations by CLICKING HERE
All entries shortlisted for an award will receive an invitation to the awards ceremony at Rodney Parade in May 2027.
For more information on the Dragons Community Awards 2027 email mike.sage@dragonsrfc.wales or call 01633 670690.
