The awards, which originated with the late, great Derryman Martin McCrossan, provided an opportunity to recognise all the fantastic work and achievements of local people from right across the north west.
Mayor of Derry & Strabane Patricia Logue was among the special guests in attendance and this year’s charity was the amazing HURT (Have Your Tomorrows) NI.
Well done to all the winners and the other incredible finalists.
Thank you to principal sponsor Bet McLean and category sponsors City of Derry Airport, Calor, Specsavers, Ulster University, Apex Housing Association, Derry City & Strabane District Council, The Kingsbridge Foundation, Allstate Northern Ireland and NW Care.
We hope to see everyone back again next year for the 2024 awards!
Photos by George Sweeney / Derry Journal.
13. Inspirational Educator of the Year Award winner Mark Logue, St Mary’s College, receives his trophy from Professor Liam Maguire, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research Ulster University, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 54
Inspirational Educator of the Year Award winner Mark Logue, St Mary’s College, receives his trophy from Professor Liam Maguire, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research Ulster University, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 54 Photo: George Sweeney
14. Inspirational Young Person of the Year Award winner Alex Patterson, Foyle College, receives his trophy from Steve Frazer, managing director, City of Derry Airport, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 55
Inspirational Young Person of the Year Award winner Alex Patterson, Foyle College, receives his trophy from Steve Frazer, managing director, City of Derry Airport, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 55 Photo: George Sweeney
15. Sports Person of the Year Award winner Ruaidhri Higgins, manager of Derry City Football Club, receives his trophy from soccer pundit Liam Beckett, on the left, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 56
Sports Person of the Year Award winner Ruaidhri Higgins, manager of Derry City Football Club, receives his trophy from soccer pundit Liam Beckett, on the left, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 56 Photo: George Sweeney
16. Mayor Patricia Logue pictured with sponsors of the Derry Journal Best of Derry BetMcLean Awards. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 58
Mayor Patricia Logue pictured with sponsors of the Derry Journal Best of Derry BetMcLean Awards. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 58 Photo: George Sweeney