Scottish Hockey celebrates outstanding achievements at 2026 Awards

6th September 2026

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The very best of Scottish hockey was celebrated at a spectacular Scottish Hockey Awards ceremony, with players, coaches, officials, volunteers, clubs and teams recognised for their outstanding contributions throughout the year.

The awards provided an opportunity to celebrate the people who make hockey thrive across the country – from those performing on the international stage to the volunteers and coaches working tirelessly behind the scenes.

The Coach of the Year, sponsored by QTV, was awarded to Neil Allan, recognising his outstanding contribution as a coach and the impact he has made on the people he works with.

The award celebrates coaches who demonstrate a commitment to their own development while making a significant difference to players and communities.

Neil saw off strong competition from Ellie Houston, Audrey Sime and Craig Hilton to take home the prestigious award.

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2026 Scottish Hockey Awards at Tynecastle Stadium in Edinburgh

Amy Costello was named International Player of the Year, an award voted for by Scotland’s international players.

The award recognises the player who demonstrates the qualities of an outstanding teammate, exceptional performances on the pitch, hard work and commitment to the Scotland programme.

Amy was nominated alongside Jamie Golden, Ali Richmond and Jess Buchanan. Unable to attend the ceremony, her award was collected on her behalf by Scotland Women’s Head Coach Chris Duncan.

There was another major honour for Jamie Golden, who was named Player of the Year, sponsored by Specialist Sports.

The award recognises an individual who has excelled within the domestic competition structure through playing ability, leadership, commitment and positive role modelling.

Jamie was selected from a talented shortlist that also included Michael Forbes, Jen Eadie and Jamie Croll.

His award capped an outstanding year and added another major accolade to his achievements on the pitch.

The Spirit of Hockey Award, presented by NRS, celebrates the true values of the game – recognising a club, team, volunteer, coach or official who continually demonstrates the spirit and power of hockey.

This year’s winner, Chris MacDonald, was chosen following a public vote.

Chris was recognised alongside nominees Rachel Brewer and Charlotte Brewer, with the award highlighting the lasting impact individuals can have through their commitment to the hockey community.

Unable to attend the ceremony, Chris’s award was collected on her behalf by Kareema Hilton of Hillhead.

The Masters Team of the Year award celebrated success across the 2025–26 season, with the Women’s O35s Indoor team taking the honours.

They were shortlisted alongside the Women’s O35s Outdoor and Women’s O65s Indoor teams, before being announced as this year’s winners.

The award recognises the dedication, commitment and competitive spirit demonstrated by Scotland’s Masters players.

The Community Club of the Year award went to Clydesdale Western Hockey Club, recognising the club’s role at the heart of its community.

The award celebrates clubs that go beyond simply delivering hockey, creating welcoming environments and building strong partnerships and programmes that connect with their local communities.

Clydesdale Western took the award ahead of ESM Hockey Club, Grove Menzieshill and Kelburne Hockey Club.

Tom Dalgarno was named Official of the Year, recognising an outstanding contribution to officiating and a commitment to professionalism, fair play and creating a positive environment for the game.

Tom was shortlisted alongside Ben Burton, Grace Mulholland and Barbara Morgan.

Unable to attend the ceremony, his award was collected by Pat Lindsay from Grove Menzieshill.

The award was a fitting recognition of the dedication and contribution officials make to hockey week after week.

The Inclusion Award, sponsored by NRS, was presented to Highland Hockey Club for its commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment both on and off the field.

The award recognises clubs that actively work to remove barriers, engage their communities and ensure hockey is accessible and welcoming to everyone.

Highland Hockey Club was shortlisted alongside Eskvale and Livingston, Aberdeen Hockey Club and Hillhead Hockey Club.

The Awards panel also gave a special mention to Eskvale and Livingston for their tremendous work in inclusion.

One of the most special moments of the evening came with the presentation of the Derek Forsyth Award.

Named in memory of former Scotland Men’s National Team Head Coach Derek Forsyth, the award is selected by Scottish Hockey staff to honour an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to hockey in Scotland.

This year’s recipient was Chris McDonald, recognised for her exceptional contribution to the sport.

The award was presented by former Scotland and Great Britain internationalist and Derek’s wife, Lynn Forsyth, alongside Scottish Hockey President Craig Munro.

Chris was unable to attend the ceremony, with Kareema Hilton from Hillhead collecting the award on her behalf.

The Volunteer of the Year, sponsored by Specialist Sports, was awarded to Alan Meikle.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of hockey clubs across Scotland, and the award recognises an individual who consistently goes above and beyond to improve the lives of players, members and the wider community.

Alan was selected from a strong shortlist that included Freddie Kelly-Greaves, Hannah Moore, and Harry and Jennifer Byers.

The Awards panel also highlighted Hannah Moore of Moray Hockey Club with a special mention for the fantastic work she continues to do.

The evening’s finale saw Edinburgh University Men’s Hockey Club crowned Club Team of the Year, sponsored by QTV.

The award celebrates a team competing in Scottish Hockey league or cup competition that has excelled on the pitch throughout the season.

Edinburgh University Men came out on top against Hillhead Men’s 2s, GHK Ladies Indoor and Grove Menzieshill Men.

It provided a fitting finale to an evening dedicated to celebrating the people and teams who make Scottish hockey so special.

Celebrating our hockey family

Across every category, the 2026 Scottish Hockey Awards demonstrated the remarkable breadth of talent, commitment and passion within the sport.

From international players and elite coaches to Masters teams, community clubs, officials and volunteers, each winner has played their part in making hockey stronger across Scotland.

Congratulations to all of our winners, nominees and special mentions – and thank you to everyone who continues to give their time, energy and passion to hockey.

Scottish Hockey celebrates outstanding achievements at 2026 Awards

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