The awards are designed to acknowledge teams, clubs and individuals who showed dedication, sportsmanship and worked hard in their sporting code or codes during 2019.

Last year teenagers Phoebe Litchfield and Eva Reith-Snare claimed the sportsperson of the year and young sportsperson of the year, the former for her work on the cricket stage and the latter for her efforts in both indoor and field hockey.

Orange mayor Cr Reg Kidd is asking members of the community to think about who they consider to be worthy winners.

"Nominations aren't limited to those who shine bright on the field, but also those who work hard behind the scenes to get things done," Cr Kidd said.

"From the volunteer coaches that go the extra mile, to the administrative team who make sure players registrations are submitted, it's a team effort and that effort shouldn't go unrecognised."

Orange City Council's Sport and Recreation Policy Committee Chair Cr Jason Hamling said it is fantastic to see so many sportsmen and women of all ages nominated every year.

"There are always hundreds of sporting stars that deserve recognition every year, but these awards are about who really stands out from the crowd," Cr Hamling said.

"A huge percentage of the Orange community is involved in some code of sport in one way or another so it's important that we acknowledge them and their efforts."

Sports Award nominations close on Friday 27 March 2020. The Orange Sports Awards presentation night will be held on Wednesday 15 July 2020.