2025 Her Sport Awards Presented By Lidl Shortlists Revealed!

2025 Her Sport Awards Presented By Lidl Shortlists Revealed!

An incredible display of grit and determination, moments that will go down in history, and shared pride across towns and counties – 2025 was another year of sporting excitement and excellence! Nominations flowed in across categories for the Her Sport Awards presented by Lidl – with a shortlist of 10 nominees per category officially announced. 

Voting is open to the public to choose their winner and final votes must be in by the 16th January 2026 to be counted. Fans are welcome to join the celebration of the 2025 Her Sport Awards presented by Lidl on Friday, 23rd January 2026 at The Helix – a fantastic event full of inspiration, and winners announced.


The Her Sport Awards presented by Lidl, will honour excellence across six key categories:

Athlete of the Year sponsored by Gym Plus

  • Aoife O’Rourke (Boxing)
  • Claire Melia (Basketball)
  • Ellen Walshe (Swimming)
  • Fiona Murtagh (Rowing)
  • Hannah Tyrrell (Ladies Gaelic Football)
  • Kate O’Connor (Athletics – Heptathlon)
  • Katie McCabe (Football)
  • Lara Gillespie (Cycling)
  • Orla Comerford (Athletics – Sprinting)
  • Sarah Healy (Athletics – Middle Distance)

Young Athlete of the Year 

  • Anika Thompson (Athletics)
  • Aoife Wafer (Rugby)
  • Ellie McCartney (Swimming)
  • Eve McMahon (Sailing)
  • Freya Marsh (MMA)
  • Kelly Brady (Soccer)
  • Nicola Tuthill (Athletics)
  • Niamh Buckley (Powerlifting)
  • Orla Prendergast (Cricket)
  • Róisín Ní Riain (Swimming)

Team of the Year 

  • Athlone Town (Soccer)
  • Dublin LGFA (Ladies Football)
  • Galway Camogie (Camogie)
  • Irish U23’s Boxing Team (Boxing)
  • Irish Hockey (Hockey)
  • Irish Eventing & Show Jumping Team (Equestrian)
  • Irish Mixed Double Sculls (Rowing)
  • Irish Para Triathlon Team (Trialthlon)
  • Irish Rugby 15’s (Rugby)
  • Irish Soccer (Soccer)

Personality of the Year sponsored by AYA

The Personality of the Year Award celebrates a sportswoman who has made a powerful impact beyond results alone. This category recognises leadership, authenticity and influence – honouring individuals who have used their voice, platform and presence to inspire others, promote positive change and shape conversations within sport and society. Nominees are admired not only for what they achieve, but for who they are.

  • Aisling Maher (Camogie)
  • Anna McGann (Rugby)
  • Ava Crean (Marathon)
  • Ayeisha McFerran (Hockey)
  • Catriona Jennings (Ultra Marathon)
  • Erin Harris (Strongwoman)
  • Mary Nolan Hickey (Marathon)
  • Nadia Power (Athletics)
  • Nicola Doran (Open Water Swimming)
  • Pauline McCarthy (Camogie)

Community Award sponsored by Wilkinson Sword Intuition

The Community Award recognises an individual that has made a meaningful difference in sport in their community. This category celebrates those who dedicate their time and energy to growing participation, creating inclusive opportunities and supporting women and girls in sport. Nominees demonstrate lasting impact, commitment and a genuine passion for empowering their communities through sport.

If you know someone in your club or community who should be considered for this award, please put forward your nomination here (add link) and share some details as to why they deserve to win! We recommend 100 – 200 words so that the review panel gets a true insight into the nominees’ brilliance!

Hall of Fame sponsored by Lidl

The Hall of Fame honours iconic figures whose contributions have shaped women’s sport in Ireland over time. This prestigious award recognises trailblazers, champions and pioneers whose achievements, longevity and influence have left a lasting legacy. Past winners include Olivia O’Toole, Catherina McKiernan, Fiona Coughlan and Rena Buckley.

Official Partners

Her Sport is delighted to announce that Fiat joins the Her Sport Awards as Vehicle Partner, supporting a celebration of excellence, ambition and progress in women’s sport. Known for its distinctive style, innovation and commitment to sustainability, Fiat’s partnership reflects a shared belief in empowering individuals to move confidently forward – on and off the field of play.

BPerfect Cosmetics returns as a proud partner with the Her Sport Awards as Beauty Partner, championing confidence, self-expression and empowerment. An Irish-founded brand with a strong connection to community and creativity, BPerfect’s involvement supports the celebration of sportswomen who inspire through authenticity, resilience and excellence.

Join us for a great night of celebrating these amazing women in sport –  Here!

A Celebration of Excellence

Set against the prestigious backdrop of The Helix on the DCU Campus, the event promises an unforgettable evening of celebration and inspiration. Guests can look forward to captivating live entertainment, exclusive interviews with elite athletes, and powerful storytelling that honours the remarkable achievements of Ireland’s sportswomen. Highlights from the evening will be broadcast on TG4, inviting audiences nationwide to share in the celebration of sporting excellence. If you would like to join us for a brilliant evening of celebration, get your tickets here or contact jennifier@hersport.ie if you have any questions.

Niamh Tallon, founder of Her Sport

“Her Sport and Lidl are two organisations that are synonymous with changing the game for girls and women in sport in Ireland and so, it’s fitting that the two organisations join forces. The last few years have been an incredible journey for Her Sport and our annual celebration of the Her Sport Awards. We couldn’t be more proud to be partnering with Lidl as title sponsor for the next 3 years and to elevate this event even further!” 

Eimear O’Sullivan, Director of Corporate Affairs at Lidl Ireland.

“Lidl is incredibly proud to partner with Her Sport on our shared mission of driving equality, visibility and recognition for women and girls in sport across Ireland. 2025 has been an exceptional year of sport and, as a dedicated sponsor of both the LGFA and the UEFA Women’s Euros, Lidl is committed to supporting every level of the game. From world-class athletes breaking records, to the incredible volunteers on the ground, every woman moving sport forward deserves this platform. We look forward to celebrating world-class female athletes at the awards in January.” 

Key Information

  • Public voting closes: 16th January 2026
  • Event date: Friday, 23rd January 2026 (Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm)
  • Venue: The Helix on DCU Campus

Vote Here!

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