The Indywood Excellence Awards – Sports Media Kerala Chapter 2025 aims to celebrate and honor outstanding contributions in the field of sports journalism and media. This prestigious initiative recognizes individuals and organizations from print, digital, and electronic media who have made a significant impact in shaping and promoting sports content in Kerala.
From dedicated sports journalists to media houses and influencers, this award acknowledges those who have consistently upheld journalistic values while inspiring audiences and advancing the field of sports media.
Nominations are now closed.
For any queries, please write to us at mediaawards@indywood.co.in
Date : 20th August 2025
Time : 4:00 PM Onwards
Venue: Ariesplex, Trivandrum
Nominees were evaluated based on the following parameters to ensure a fair, comprehensive, and sports-centric recognition process:
Impact on Sports Audience & Community Engagement
Reach, influence, and the ability to inspire or mobilize fans, athletes, and sports communities through impactful coverage.
Creativity in Sports Storytelling
Original and compelling approaches to reporting, commentating, or narrating sports stories, features, and events.
Accuracy & Ethical Sports Reporting
Commitment to factual accuracy, fairness, and adherence to journalistic ethics, especially in high-stakes or sensitive sporting scenarios.
Clarity & Depth of Sports Narrative
Clear and engaging storytelling that captures the drama, emotion, and technicalities of sports, including game analysis, player profiles, or historical retrospectives.
Coverage of Relevant & Emerging Sports Issues
Addressing topics like athlete well-being, sports politics, gender equity, grassroots development, and other socially significant themes within the sporting world.
Innovation in Sports Media Formats & Tech
Use of interactive graphics, real-time stats, immersive storytelling, and multimedia tools to enhance sports coverage.
Fan Interaction & Sports Community Engagement
Effective engagement through social media, fan polls, live Q&As, or participatory content that builds a loyal sports audience.
Consistency in Coverage & Reliability
Sustained excellence and timeliness in reporting across sports seasons, events, and breaking news.
Analytical Depth & Research-Driven Insights
Use of statistics, historical data, tactical analysis, or expert opinion to provide deeper understanding of sports events and trends.
Team Collaboration in Sports Coverage
Outstanding synergy between anchors, producers, cameramen, editors, and analysts in delivering high-quality sports journalism.
Inclusivity in Sports Representation
Promoting diverse voices and inclusive representation across different sports disciplines, genders, and regions.
Professional Presentation & Technical Finesse
High production standards in terms of visuals, editing, commentary, graphics, and on-field reporting.
Contribution to the Sports Media Ecosystem
Enriching the sports journalism landscape by promoting athletic culture, inspiring youth participation, and fostering sports as a vehicle for social impact.
