In keeping with his illustrious track record, Olympic javelin thrower Keshorn Walcott got the lion's share of awards including "Break Through Athlete" at the Spirit of Sport Awards (Sosa)? 2012 at Queen's Hall, Port-of-Spain, on Friday night. The event drew outstanding athletes, educators, technicians, media and sports related personalities who had excelled throughout 2012 in their respective disciplines.
Wearing their finery, they strutted with perfect aplomb on the red carpet to the pre-awards cocktail reception. Spotted among the stellar complement were Olympic sprinter Njisane Phillip, who was also nominated in five categories and copped the "Record Breaking Performance." Differently abled athletes like Nikolai Lalla were also awarded for their sterling contribution.
Guardian Media Ltd extends congratualations to Journalist of the Year (Print) Vinode Mamchan and all the outstanding sportsmen and women who have flown the red, white and black admirably in 2012-which coincided with 50th anniversary celebrations.