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CLEVELAND, Ohio — The 27th Cleveland Sports Awards, presented by Ancora and Minutemen Workforce Solutions, is the premier annual fundraiser supporting the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission.
The event celebrates and honors Northeast Ohio's athletic achievements, from high school standouts to professional athletes.
Nominations are open for the 2026 Male and Female High School Athlete of the Year; the submission deadline is October 23.
Click below to submit your nomination for the athlete you believe deserves recognition. Nominations are accepted for High School, Professional, and Collegiate athletes, with separate awards honoring male and female competitors at the high school and collegiate levels. Your nomination helps shape the list of finalists who will be considered for recognition at the Greater Sports Awards.
HIGH SCHOOL
FEMALE HIGH SCHOOL PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION LINK
MALE HIGH SCHOOL PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION LINK
COLLEGIATE
FEMALE COLLEGIATE PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION LINK
MALE COLLEGIATE PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION LINK
PROFESSIONAL
PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE OF THE YEAR NOMINATION LINK
Awards will be presented during the 27th Greater Cleveland Sports Awards Show on February 3, 2027.

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