This award recognises outstanding service to our sport, celebrating a paddler who acts in a voluntary capacity and makes a significant contribution to the sport.

Our winner is Dave Marquis of Castle Craigs Canoe Club, who has been instrumental in developing the personal skills and competencies and equally the confidence of so many members. Dave has done some sterling and innovative work with disabled kayakers, enabling them to quickly and safely move from pool to sea conditions. With his long history of coaching and his many contacts in the sport, he has helped the club to meet members' training needs, always ensuring that courses are delivered to the very highest standards.

A huge thank you to Dave for his decades of hard work.

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