Celebrate the best of ECU sport at the 2026 ECU Sports Awards
Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Celebrate ECU’s sporting achievements at the 2026 Golden Emu Awards on Friday 9 October at Hillarys Yacht Club.
The ECU Sports Awards are back for 2026, bringing together students, athletes, coaches, volunteers, clubs, teams and supporters to celebrate another outstanding year of sports and recreation at ECU.
Held on Friday 9 October at Hillarys Yacht Club, the annual awards recognise the people and teams making an impact across the ECU sporting community – from outstanding performances and club achievements to leadership, volunteering and sportsmanship.
Whether you’ve competed, coached, volunteered, supported a club or simply love being part of the ECU sporting community, you’re invited to join us for an evening of celebration.
More than sporting performance
The ECU Sports Awards celebrate more than results and medals.
They recognise the people who create positive sporting experiences, build welcoming and inclusive communities, support their teammates and clubs, and help make ECU Sports and Recreation what it is.
Celebrating excellence across ECU Sports
Awards presented on the night will include:
Community Awards
- UniSport Nationals Captains Recognition
- ECU Spirit Award (Formerly 'Team Spirit Award')
- Outstanding Contribution Award (Formerly 'Contribution Award')
- Best New Club Award
- Club of the Year Award
Performance Awards
- Student Athlete of the Year
- Representative Team of the Year (Formerly 'Most Successful Team Award')
Together, the awards recognise excellence across performance, leadership, service, sportsmanship and community contribution.
Special guest emcee Sue Gaudion AM
This year’s event will be hosted by Sue Gaudion AM, one of Western Australia’s most respected media professionals.
With an extensive career across broadcasting, communications and live events, Sue is known for her engaging storytelling and passion for celebrating sporting and community achievement.
Join the celebration
Guests can look forward to:
- a welcome drink on arrival
- dinner and networking
- award presentations
- recognition of ECU’s sporting achievements throughout 2026
- an evening overlooking Hillarys Marina.
Event details
Friday, 9 October 2026
6.00 pm to 11.00 pm
Hillarys Yacht Club, 65 Northside Drive, Hillarys
Tickets are available now and close at midnight on Sunday, 27 September. Capacity is limited, so book early if you’d like to join the celebration.