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German municipalities honor local athletes and volunteers
Various German municipalities and sports organizations are conducting ceremonies or accepting nominations to honor athletic excellence and volunteerism.
In the district of Pfaffenhofen, the Landratsamt has opened the nomination process for the 2025 sports awards. Eligible athletes include those who achieved top placements in Bavarian, German, European, or World championships, as well as Olympic participants. The deadline for submissions is February 27, 2026.
Mettmann-Sport held a traditional ceremony to recognize active members, long-term volunteers, and significant sporting successes, such as the promotions of its women's handball and basketball teams. The event also celebrated the 75th anniversary of the 'Aktive Herren' sports group.
The city of Warendorf hosted a formal event to honor outstanding regional, national, and international sporting achievements from 2025. Mayor Peter Horstmann recognized both athletes and the volunteers essential to club life. Notable honorees included Johannes Bettenbühl and Fritz Henke, who were recognized for their lifetime sporting achievements.
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Landkreis Pfaffenhofen · Mettmann-Sport · Peter Horstmann · Thomas Nolte · Warendorf
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mettmann-Sport held an awards ceremony to honor active members, volunteers, and long-term members. supertipp-online.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The city of Warendorf held an event to honor outstanding sporting achievements and volunteerism from 2025. www.warendorf.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The district of Pfaffenhofen is accepting nominations for the 2025 sports awards. www.landkreis-pfaffenhofen.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Johannes Bettenbühl and Fritz Henke received individual honors for their lifetime sporting achievements in Warendorf. www.warendorf.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The deadline for submitting sports award nominations in Pfaffenhofen is February 27, 2026. www.landkreis-pfaffenhofen.de