Aberdeen FC manager Barry Robson named Inverurie Sports Personality of the Year
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Inverurie Events has announced Aberdeen Football Club manager Barry Robson as its Sports Personality of the Year.
The prestigious accolade was awarded to him for his outstanding contributions to the world of sports and his deep-rooted connection to Inverurie.
The Pride of Inverurie Awards celebrate individuals who either hail from town or have significantly contributed to the community's success.
Barry has undoubtedly left a huge mark on the sporting world, the town he was raised in and continues to inspire many locals, making him a deserving recipient of this award.
The Sports Personality Award was sponsored by Lokali.Shop with the public nominating Barry, Jason Banks and Greg Mitchell as finalists this year. Mo Khan, founder of Lokali.Shop, said: “Throughout his very successful career, Barry has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication and a passion for football that has inspired countless individuals in the Inverurie community and beyond. He’s a very deserving recipient of this award.”
Derek Ritchie, manager of We Are Inverurie BID, said: “On behalf of all the organisers, we’d like to extend our warmest congratulations to Barry Robson on winning this year’s award.
"His achievements serve as an inspiration to all and the whole of Inverurie look forward to celebrating his continued success.”
We Are Inverurie deliver a series of projects and services that will continue to improve the trading environment in the town to benefit businesses, their customers, clients, visitors and local residents.
