The 2026 SP Sports Awards was held last night at the Crowne Hotel in Port Moresby city, recognising excellence in Papua New Guinea (PNG) sports.

The event honored outstanding athletes, teams, and officials on a night dedicated to celebrating achievement across the sporting community, under the theme: “Celebrating Diversity, Honouring Unity and Inspiring Dreams.”

The event saw the National Women’s Cricket Team- the PNG Lewas, taking home the Carbine Club TEAM OF the YEAR award as one of the successful National teams based on a breakout year last year and their numerous achievements in 2025.

An elated Lewas Coach, Mahuru Dai said, the award is for the hard work, commitment, sacrifice and the effort the girls put into their training and performance.

He also thanked Cricket PNG, sponsors and partners for their major part in ensuring the team continues to take part in regional and international cricket tournaments.

He also extended his appreciation to the families of the team members for their sacrifices and support, and the cricket community as a whole.

"This award means a lot to the girls and as a team. This recognition only gives us the drive to push forward and do more better in our performances. Especially, more international matches and obviously the T20 World Cup is our great aim at the moment," concludes coach Dai.