Community Awards 2024: Contribution to Sport – Kel Bryant (OAM)
Kel Bryant’s dedication to empowering disadvantaged youth through boxing has earned him recognition in the Contribution to Sport category.
13 Dec 2024
Kel Bryant (OAM) - Collingwood Youth Boxing Club - Contributions to Sport award winner 2024
As head coach at the Collingwood Youth Boxing Club, Kel provides a safe, supportive space for young people from diverse backgrounds. His commitment to Marissa Williamson Pohlman, whom he trained to become the first Aboriginal woman to qualify for the Paris Olympics in boxing, exemplifies his impact. Over three years, he’s helped her overcome hardship.
Beyond youth training, Kel offers weekly classes to local nurses, hosts LGBTIQA+ karate sessions, and opens the club to community groups, making the club a welcoming hub for all.
The nominees for Contribution to Sport
- Fitzroy Football Club
- Scott Lovell (Collingwood Harriers Athletic Club)
- Mr Jon Armstrong (Fitzroy Junior Football Club)
- Mr Campbell Maffett (Love the Run)
- The Holden Street Neighbourhood House Zumba Gold program
- Mr Nestor Alejandro Ochoa Rivera
- Ms Tali Ross (Yarra Jets Football Club)
- Mr Ray Chalker (Richmond Central Amateur Football Club)
- Mr Christopher Marshall (Richmond Central Amateur Football Club)
Thanks to all our nominees for your contributions to life in Yarra.