The city of Guarda publicly recognized sports merit at the 7th Sports Gala – Cidade da Guarda, an initiative that brought together athletes, coaches, directors, clubs, and personalities from the sector. The event, held on October 17 at the Grand Auditorium of the Municipal Theatre of Guarda, aimed to reward the effort of those who elevate the city's and region's name through sport, acknowledging the sporting excellence of the 2025/2026 season.
Sérgio Coata, president of the Municipality of Guarda, highlighted the importance of young athletes as the future of sport and society, emphasizing the significant municipal investment exceeding 3.5 million euros in completed or ongoing projects, with the aim of further strengthening the city.
The ceremony, hosted by comedian Salvador Martinha, presented approximately 80 awards to various sports disciplines, entities, and personalities.
“"Atletas muito jovens que são o nosso futuro, o futuro do nosso desporto (…) e naturalmente, também da nossa sociedade."
The Sports Career Award – Segura Fernandes was posthumously presented to Fernando Cabral, former Civil Governor of Guarda and former Member of Parliament. The award, received by his family, acknowledges his dedication to public service, democracy, and associativism, as well as his support for local initiatives and strong community ties.
Awards were also distributed by sport, including Athletics, Enduro BTT Cycling, Adapted Swimming, Swimming, Kempo, Adapted Kempo, Parakarate, Karate, Gira Vólei, Basketball, Football, Street Football, Futsal, Alpine Skiing, ORIBTT, Cornhole, Judo, and Artistic Skating. Recognition Awards and the Sports Sponsor Award were also presented.
The evening featured performances by the Big Band of the Guarda Cultural Centre and Trial Bike Plus, reinforcing the Municipality of Guarda's commitment to promoting and developing local sports.
