The Glasgow Sports Personality of the Year for 2019 took place in the impressive surroundings of the Glasgow City Chambers on Friday evening, 31 January 2020.
Four world class athletes were nominated for the Glasgow Times Disabled Athlete of the Year: Stephen McGuire, boccia; Jo Butterfield, athletics; Louis Lawlor, swimming; and, Martin Perry, table tennis.
Testament to the prestigious nature of the event was that three of the athletes were in attendance with guests. Louis Lawlor was presented with the Award as the Disabled Athlete of the Year for 2019.
As part of the evening’s celebrations, Bryan Burnett, the master of ceremonies for the event, paid a moving and inspirational tribute to Janice Eaglesham MBE. He reminded all those present of how Janice made an impact wherever she was, always promoting sport for everyone with disabilities. He highlighted how she was so passionate about Red Star Athletics, a club within Glasgow, where she coached for so many years, seeing so much progress and success in her athletes. Before moving to the next Awards, a rousing applause in appreciation of Janice resounded.
The Volunteer of the Year was awarded to Danielle Brayson, coach of Louis Lawlor.
Thanks to Glasgow Life and the Sports Council for Glasgow for their continued support of Scottish Disability Sport’s branch, clubs, athletes, participants, volunteers and coaches in the greater Glasgow area.