Following the nomination period panels will meet in each of the BBC’s 15 Nations and English Regions and a winner from each will be chosen.
The overall winner will come from those 15 and will be announced on the night of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year programme, which this year will be held in Belfast on Sunday, 20 December.
If you would like to register your interest in nominating someone for the 2016 awards, email us at unsunghero@bbc.co.uk, external and we’ll let you know when the nomination period will be opening.
There is a continuing need for more unsung heroes in sport in the UK. If you have been inspired by this and want to get involved in helping grassroots sport in your community, visit the Get Inspired guide to volunteering, there is also a dedicated page for coaching.
