Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Venue: Bush House, King’s College London, Strand
The LUCA Awards are BACK! Our awards are about celebrating the achievements of members of the LUCA community. Athletes, club committee members, officials and coaches all play a massive role in everything we do. The LUCA awards celebrate the effort, dedication and passion of these people. To win a LUCA award is to win the recognition of a community 3704 strong.
Our awards are split into two categories – club nominated awards and individual nominated awards.
Club nominated awards recognise outstanding contributions across LUCA clubs. Each member club may submit nominations for athletes, volunteers, coaches and the club itself. These awards celebrate performance, improvement, leadership and the collective strength of the university athletics community. One nomination per club will be accepted.
Individual nominated awards recognise the people who make clubs thrive behind the scenes. Any LUCA member can submit a nomination for these awards, recognising exceptional leadership, commitment and contribution to their club and the wider LUCA community.
All nominations are reviewed by the LUCA Board of Trustees and Executive Committee who assess nominations based on achievement, impact, contribution and the spirit of LUCA. Shortlists may be created where nomination numbers are high.
Club Nominated Awards
Clubs may submit nominations for the following awards:
- Club of the Year
- Male Athlete of the Year
- Female Athlete of the Year
- Most Improved Male Athlete
- Most Improved Female Athlete
- Volunteer of the Year
- Coach of the Year
Clubs are encouraged to submit nominations that highlight both achievement and contribution to the LUCA community.
Individual Nominated Awards
Any LUCA member may submit nominations for:
- President of the Year
- Club Committee Member of the Year
- Athlete’s Choice Award
These awards recognise individuals whose leadership, dedication and enthusiasm help make university athletics possible.
Criteria
Award Descriptions
Club of the Year
This award recognises the LUCA club that has made the most significant contribution to university athletics during the season.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – competitive success across LUCA competitions.
- Impact – growth in participation, engagement with LUCA events, or wider contribution to the athletics community.
- Contribution – efforts by the club to organise training, events or initiatives that strengthen the club environment.
- Spirit of LUCA – creating a welcoming, inclusive and supportive club culture.
Judges will consider both competitive performance and the overall strength of the club community.
Male & Female Athlete of the Year
These awards recognise the most outstanding athletic performances in LUCA competition during the season.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – results and performances in LUCA competitions or championships.
- Impact – contribution to team success or club performance.
- Contribution – commitment to training and competition across the season.
- Spirit of LUCA – sportsmanship and positive representation of the LUCA community.
Judges will consider both performance level and wider contribution to the club environment.
Most Improved Male & Female Athlete
These awards recognise athletes who have shown exceptional improvement during the LUCA season.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – measurable improvement in results or performance.
- Impact – contribution to their club’s progress or team results.
- Contribution – dedication to training and development.
- Spirit of LUCA – positive attitude and encouragement of teammates.
Judges will focus particularly on evidence of progression across the season.
Volunteer of the Year
This award recognises an individual who has made an exceptional voluntary contribution to athletics.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – initiatives, events or projects supported through volunteering.
- Impact – positive influence on athletes, competitions or club activity.
- Contribution – time, effort and commitment given to supporting athletics.
- Spirit of LUCA – dedication to helping the athletics community thrive.
Judges will look for individuals whose work has made a meaningful difference behind the scenes.
Coach of the Year
This award recognises a coach who has made an outstanding contribution to athlete development and club success.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – development of athlete performance or team success.
- Impact – influence on athlete development, motivation or club culture.
- Contribution – dedication to coaching and supporting athletes.
- Spirit of LUCA – fostering a positive, inclusive training environment.
Judges will consider both performance outcomes and athlete development.
Individual Nomination Awards
President of the Year
This award recognises an outstanding club president who has demonstrated exceptional leadership.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – progress or improvements achieved by the club during their presidency.
- Impact – influence on club participation, organisation or engagement with LUCA.
- Contribution – dedication and leadership shown throughout the season.
- Spirit of LUCA – promoting an inclusive and supportive club culture.
Judges will consider leadership impact and the development of the club community.
Club Committee Member of the Year
This award recognises a committee member who has made an exceptional contribution to the running of their club.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – initiatives or improvements delivered by the nominee.
- Impact – positive influence on club organisation or athlete experience.
- Contribution – commitment and effort invested in supporting the club.
- Spirit of LUCA – teamwork, positivity and support for others.
Judges will look for individuals who play a key role in making their club successful.
Athlete’s Choice Award
This award recognises an athlete who has made a memorable impact on the LUCA season.
Nominations should highlight:
- Achievement – notable performances during the season.
- Impact – influence on teammates or the wider athletics community.
- Contribution – commitment to participation and competition.
- Spirit of LUCA – sportsmanship and encouragement of others.
Previous Winners
Club of the Year
2018-2019: Imperial College London
2017-2018: UCL
2016-2017: UCL
2015-2016: Essex
President of the Year
2018-2019: Luke Gunter (RVC)
2017-2018: Harry Browning (King’s)
2016-2017: Sarah Murphy (LSE)
2015-2016: Calvi Thompson (King’s)
Female Athlete of the Year
2018-2019: Georgia Curry (Imperial)
2017-2018: Chloe Hocking (King’s)
2016-2017: Yasmin Lakin (LSE)
2015-2016: Filipa McQueen (Essex)
Male Athlete of the Year
2018-2019: Daniel Cork (RVC)
2017-2018: Daniel Cork (RVC)
2016-2017: Tope Fisayo
2015-2016: Dimitri Solomonov (Essex)
Most Improved Female
2018-2019: Hannah Durant (UCL)
2017-2018: Angharad Flower (UCL)
2016-2017: Chloe Dearman (Reading)
2015-2016: Toyin Olufemi (Essex)
Most Improved Male
2018-2019: Jack Dickenson (St George’s)
2017-2018: Andres Chau (UCL)
2016-2017: Yassien Abdillahi (LSE)
2015-2016: Charlie Haywood (UCL)
Best Club Partnership
2018-2019: UCL and Highgate Harriers
2017-2018: Imperial College / Thames Valley Harriers
2016-2017: King’s / London City AC
2015-2016: Essex / Colchester & Tendring AC
Outstanding Contribution
2018-2019: Matt Dawe (UCL)
2017-2018: Jack Dickenson (St George’s)
2016-2017: Emma Simpson-Dore (UCL)
2015-2016: Jason Eghan (Essex)
Volunteer of the Year
2018-2019: Peter Crawshaw
2017-2018: Duncan Hunter (ICL)
2016-2017: –
2015-2016: Victoria Addison (KCL)
Widening Participation
2018-2019: Charlotte Barratt (Imperial)
2017-2018: Alfie Duffen (UCL)
2016-2017: Sarah Murphy (UCL)
2015-2016: Sarah Murphy (UCL)
Coach of the Year
2018-2019: Jack McKeon (Imperial)
2017-2018: Byron Robinson (KCL)
2016-2017: Chanel Hemmings (KCL)
2015-2016: Jacob Hood (UEL)