2024 jogscotland Award Winners Announced

2024 Group of the Year, Monkton Milers

The winners of the 2024 4J Studios jogscotland Annual Awards were announced on Saturday as part of a inspiring evening at the Glasgow Hilton as we celebrated the very best of our community, alongside the scottishathletics clubs and athletes that have excelled in the past 12 months.

The evening included the chance to hear from Guest of Honour Liz McColgan, who was interviewed by host Bryan Burnett.

Every year, we are inspired by the stories from all our nominees, which showcase some of the incredible achievements of our groups and their members.

Huge congratulations to all the nominees and our winners, who were as follows:

Group of the Year – Monkton Milers

An inclusive group striving to adapt to the needs of each of its members, Monkton Milers aims to make every member feel valued. Joggers have achieved a range of individual goals since joining the group, from fitness to friendship, and the group has also worked together to raise money for charity. The group’s community work is well known locally, making members proud to be part of Monkton Milers.

Achiever of the Year – Marc Fairbairn (PAACE Yourself)

Marc started the Couch to 5K programme in late 2023, ultimately aiming to run 10K to raise funds for Cancer Research UK in memory of a friend. From finding running for 60 seconds a challenge in the beginning, Marc completed his first ever 10K in May this year. One year on from joining PAACE Yourself, Marc has not only completed that 10K, but also a half marathon, showing that anything is possible with determination.

Jog Leader of the Year – George Findlay (Anster Allsorts)

George inspires his group with his easy-going, approachable style. He is quick to support charity, and has helped members of all ages and abilities to train for fundraising events, celebrating their successes with them along the way. With a focus on inclusion and running for improved fitness and mental health, George is always there to help members through life’s ups and downs.

SAMH Mental Wellbeing Award – Charlie Wood (Insch jogscotland)

Charlie jumped at the chance to become a jog leader, eager to help others with their running and the mental health benefits it can bring. Drawing on his own experiences, he empathetically listens and understands group members’ challenges. Progressing from a walker to a five-times marathoner, Charlie is a role model to his fellow group members and encourages others not to give up.