Russell Geange was also the recipient of the ‘People’s Choice Award’ for the person who received the most votes from all voting forms. A renowned figure of the swimming scene in the Wairarapa, Russell Geange has successfully coached many outstanding young swimmers to NZ honours, not just over the past year, but over a long period of time.

We wish to congratulate all nominees and finalists of this award, and thank all coaches of teams and individuals in our communities for their outstanding contribution.