Central Coast Youth Sports Spotlight: Awards and Initiatives in Focus

Chloe Karsten received the Sportsperson Award at the 2025 Central Coast Youth Week Awards in NSW, recognising her among young participants active in local sport.

Youth Week Awards Recognition

The 2025 Central Coast Youth Week Awards in NSW placed emphasis on young athletes contributing to community sport. Chloe Karsten stood out as the Sportsperson Award winner. This recognition aligns with ongoing efforts to support youth involvement in activities such as soccer, netball and little athletics.

Council Sporting Areas Support

Central Coast Council maintains 164 sporting areas that cater to over 20 sports for youth. These facilities serve participants across multiple levels and help sustain programs run in partnership with groups focused on healthy community outcomes. The infrastructure covers established sports and provides venues for regular training and matches.

Girls Get Active Initiative

The Girls Get Active initiative, run by Central Coast Council together with Sport NSW, draws attention to opportunities that encourage high-school aged female participation in sport and active recreation. It connects directly with the council's network of sporting areas and supports broader access for young people in the region. Central Coast Council continues to promote these programs as part of its support for youth sport.

Local detail from the verified sources shows consistent backing for these activities through named organisations and the listed sporting areas. The combination of award recognition, facility provision and targeted initiatives forms the core of current youth sport efforts on the Central Coast. Residents can check the Central Coast Council website for details on accessing the 164 sporting areas and the Girls Get Active program.