The accolade recognises the contribution and achievement of individuals who have shown exceptional dedication, made a remarkable contribution or given an outstanding performance, through a lifetime dedicated to the sport of cycling in Scotland. 

Former recipients include Olympic Medallists, Key Volunteers and Officials and anyone behind the scenes that have gone the extra mile or kilometre to supporting our sport. If that sounds like anyone you know, then click the link below to nominate.

Nominations are now open, the deadline for submissions is midnight on Sunday 7th September.

Colin Houston is a name synonymous with the Scottish Downhill scene, and after approval at the AGM, he rightly collected his badge during the 2024 Scottish Cycling Awards.

Colin has been the driving force behind the Scottish Downhill scene over the last two decades, which continues to go from strength to strength. Chair of the Scottish Downhill Association, Colin has guided the association and its race series through the pandemic, and the rise of Enduro racing, which whilst complementary, is also a direct competitor. The organisation is in a great place thanks to Colin’s stewardship, the series boasting sellout events at most rounds.

An inspirational figure, both to those who knew him personally. Steve was a kind and extremely generous man who supports cycling extensively in Ayrshire and the Southwest. A strong cyclist as a youngster, Steve first suffered chest pains aged 18, but it wasn’t until 2010, aged 48, that he received successful heart transplant surgery, saving his life.

Since then Steve went on to compete and win medals at the World and European Transplant Games, but very rarely is it about him. There have been plenty of stories online about Steve’s achievements, but more often than not the focus of what Steve is saying is on those who saved his life, and what he is now doing to give back, such a leading charity rides and raising awareness of the need for more donors. He is just as committed to the cycling community in the west, often forgoing his own ride to time keep at Georgetown or Loans TTs, as well as lending equipment to others to help them in their pursuits.

Previous recipients in recent years include

• 2022: Rab Wardell and Rita Montgomery
• 2021: Philippa York and Sandy Wallace

The Badge of Honour has been awarded annually since 1981.

Find out more about the past recipients from 2019 and earlier by clicking the link below.