Jimmy’s up for an award! Sporting Family Change founder Jimmy Deane has been shortlisted as a nominee to win the ‘unsung hero’ award at the UKActive Awards! Nominated by Bath Sports and Leisure Centre, owing to the positive work he has conducted with encouraging Sporting Family Change participants to use the centre, Jimmy has now made the final shortlist of eight ‘unsung heroes’ who have led inspiring sporting work in their respective communities. UKActive Awards CEO Huw Edwards, commented on the finalists for the award, “Never before have we seen such a diverse cast of finalists, reflecting the incredible growth and impact of our sector, and the breadth of the UKActive Awards this year. These finalists represent the strength of our movement, with the power to inspire and drive success in our united efforts to improve the health of our nation.” The awards ceremony is hosted on Thursday, June 6th 2019 at the Manchester Central Convention Complex and we will be sure to update you on what promises to be a celebratory evening.