Halberg Foundation

18/02/2026

17/02/2026

The glitz ✨ The glam 💫 The unforgettable moments.

The photo galleries from the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards Red Carpet are now LIVE on our Awards page!

What an incredible night celebrating Aotearoa’s sporting excellence — the vibes were high, the outfits were on point, and the energy on the red carpet was simply electric. From stunning arrivals to candid moments, it was a night to remember and we loved sharing it with you all.

Head over to our page to relive the magic and download your favourite snaps here 👉 https://www.facebook.com/ISPSHandaHalbergAwards/photos_albums

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a special evening — we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! 🖤🏆

📸 : photosport.nz

17/02/2026

What a Night! ⭐🏆

Congratulations to all the winners from last night’s 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards! It was an incredible evening celebrating the dedication, perseverance, and success of Aotearoa’s finest athletes. From emerging talent to world-class champions, every nominee and winner showcased what it means to represent New Zealand on the global stage as well as recognising the amazing work people do within the New Zealand disability sport and recreation space 🇳🇿✨

A huge round of applause to:
🏅 Sky Sport Emerging Talent – Sam Ruthe (accepted by Jessica Ruthe)
🏅 Buddle Findlay Coach of the Year – James Sandilands
🏅 ISPS Handa Para Athlete/Para Team – Danielle Aitchison
🏅 ISPS Handa Team of the Year – Black Ferns Sevens
🏅 ISPS Handa Sportsman of the Year – Hamish Kerr
🏅 Sport New Zealand Leadership Award – Katie Sadleir
🏅 Sportswoman of the Year – Zoi Sadowski-Synott
🏅 New Zealand’s Favourite Sporting Moment – Eroni Clarke
🏅 Halberg Supreme Award – Hamish Kerr
🏅 Sir Murray Halberg Legacy Award - Kat Mueller
🏆 New Zealand's Sports Hall of Fame - Dame Valerie Adams
🏆 New Zealand's Sports Hall of Fame - Richie Mccaw

An unforgettable night honouring those who continue to inspire us all! 🎉👏

16/02/2026

Well...what a night! Thank you for joining us in room and live on Sky Sport for the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards, we had an amazing time celebrating New Zealand's Favourite Sporting Excellence from 2025 🏆🌟

Please keep an eye out for all our highlights of the night over the coming weeks 🤩

16/02/2026

Congratulations to Katie Sadleir, winner of the 2026 Sport NZ Leadership Award. From representing Aotearoa as an Olympian to shaping sport systems around the world, Katie’s leadership has left a lasting impact across generations and borders.

A true trailblazer, she has helped build the foundations of sport in New Zealand, championed the global growth of women’s rugby, and broken barriers as the first female Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation.

Guided by a belief that everyone should be able to see themselves in sport — as participants and leaders — Katie’s legacy continues to inspire.

Tēnā koe, e te rangatira, and congratulations on this well-deserved honour.

16/02/2026

Making history! Hamish Kerr wins his first-ever Supreme Halberg Award! This is New Zealand’s top sporting honour, and Hamish’s remarkable 2025 season made it impossible to ignore. Hamish has delivered unforgettable performances that have inspired the nation and put Kiwi athletics firmly on the world stage. Winning the Supreme Halberg for the first time is a milestone achievement for an extraordinary athlete — huge congratulations, Hamish!

16/02/2026

What a moment. What a legacy. What a winner. 🏆

Congratulations to Eroni Clarke on taking out New Zealand’s Favourite Sporting Moment, in partnership with Generate KiwiSaver Scheme 🙌

Chosen by the people of Aotearoa, this award celebrates a moment that captured hearts across the country — a powerful reminder of the impact sport has in bringing us together.

A truly deserving winner of the fan-voted category. 👏 🇳🇿

16/02/2026

Congratulations to Richie McCaw on his induction into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame 🖤

From Oamaru to the world stage, Richie redefined what it meant to wear the No.7 jersey. Renowned for his relentless work rate, unmatched leadership and sheer presence on the field, he captained the All Blacks to unprecedented heights — including back-to-back Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015.

With 148 Test matches, 131 wins, three World Rugby Player of the Year titles and a legacy that spans the All Blacks, Crusaders and Canterbury, Richie’s impact on the game is timeless.

A true great of New Zealand sport — congratulations on this deserved honour 👏🏆

16/02/2026

Absolutely thrilled for Zoi Sadowski‑Synnott on winning the 2degrees Sportswoman of the Year Award! Zoi had an unforgettable season, her return to the top after injury showcased resilience, elite skill, and fearless snowboarding all year long. With world titles, historic wins, and iconic performances, this recognition is so well deserved!

16/02/2026

Massive congratulations to Hamish Kerr on winning the ISPS Handa Sportsman of the Year Award! Hamish continued to cement his place among the world’s elite, after his unforgettable Olympic gold medal in Paris, Kerr’s consistency, determination, and world‑class performances have inspired fans across the globe and lifted New Zealand athletics to new heights. What an exceptional year!

16/02/2026

What a standout year for Danielle Aitchison — crowned ISPS Handa Para Athlete of the Year!Danielle dominated on the world stage, completing a stunning sprint double at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi by taking gold in both the T36 100m and T36 200m, smashing her own world record with a blistering 27.18s in the 200m. With grit, speed, and world‑class performances, she continues to elevate para athletics and inspire the next generation. An incredibly well‑deserved honour!

16/02/2026

Celebrating the incredible Black Ferns on winning the ISPS Handa Team of the Year Award! With tenacity, skill, and inspiring leadership, the Black Ferns have once again shown why they’re one of the world’s elite teams.