Swindon sports stars to be honoured after another sensational 12 months IT'S been another fantastic year of sport in the local area and next month the Swindon Advertiser will be celebrating the achievements of our top stars at our annual sports awards.

The Swindon Advertiser Sports Awards will see the cream of talent honoured for their efforts in 2013, be it on the field, in the pool or on the court.

We have a superb list of nominees in a variety of categories for you to vote for, with the likes of European Tour winner David Howell, triple British swimming champion Jazz Carlin and rhythmic gymnastics star Laura Halford among their number.

Categories feature talented teams as well as individuals that have produced exceptional one-off performances, all of which adds up to an exciting array of gongs.

Adver sports editor Steve Butt is delighted that the newspaper is able to host another awards evening to recognise our local stars.

“These awards give us an opportunity to acknowledge the tremendous achievements of many of our sportsmen and women from across the region,” said Butt.

“From the young footballers playing in the North Wilts Youth League to our top equestrian talent, Great British skater hockey internationals and golf’s up and coming superstars, this presentation evening brings together the very best Swindon and the surrounding area has to offer.

“It’s a highlight of the Adver sportsdesk calendar and I’m sure the voting lines are going to be red hot for the next few weeks.”

There is also the prestigious Sports Personality of the Year award and the Unsung Hero award, for which we need you, the public, to send us your nominations.

Let us know the sporting figures that you think are right for these awards - we would love to hear from you. Send your suggestions to sport@swindonadvertiser.co.uk.

Turn inside now to find out more about the elite sportsmen and sportswomen that could triumph next month.