On the 13th January, Sport NSW announced the finalists for the 2016 NSW Sports Awards. There are many big names vying for the top awards which will be announced at a gala dinner in Sydney on Thursday, 23 February 2017. An all-embracing event, the NSW Sports Awards acknowledge the breadth of sporting activity and achievement across the state each year with categories for able-bodied and disabled athletes, young athletes and masters athletes. Other awards are also presented for including distinguished long service awards for those that have given exceptional long-time service to their sport. NSW-based sporting organisations were invited to nominate athletes, teams, coaches, officials, leaders and events with a judging panel then convening to determine the finalists and winners. Judo NSW nominated Josh Katz for the Young Athlete of the Year. Peter Herrmann 9th Dan, former National Elite Coach Director, will receive a Distinguished Service Award. The full list of finalists is available on the Sport NSW website at https://www.sportnsw.com.au/nswsportsawards/2016-nsw-sports-awards/ Good luck Josh.