Voting has now closed. Thanks to everyone who placed their vote for the People's Choice award. To see results visit the Sport Bay of Plenty Facebook page.
Athlete Profiles
Callum Gilbert - Canoe Slalom
Tauranga paddler Callum Gilbert has had a fantastic year of competition at home and abroad, culminating in a win at the New Zealand Open Championships.
Ashley Roozendaal - Waka Ama
Waka Ama extraordinaire Ashley Roozendaal has made quite a splash on the scene in the past twelve months and won multiple gold medals at the Sprint Nationals.
Ben Cochrane - Surf Life Saving
Omanu Surf Life Saving Club's Ben Cochrane has had quite the year including competing in Japan and winning the 25KM Mount Monster event in Mount Maunganui.
Isaac Te Aute - Rugby Sevens
Rotorua Rugby prodigy Isa Te Aute had his skill, talent and hard work rewarded with call ups to the All Black Sevens squad.
Amy Robinson - Hockey & Athletics
Last year's People's Choice winner Amy Robinson makes the list again in 2016 with multiple achievements including a silver medal in the National Open Women's 400m hurdles.
Frances Davies - Hockey
Hockey player Frances Davies was selected in numerous representative teams over the last year including the gold medal winning Midlands U21 women.
Sam Morrison - Equestrian
Sam Morrison and her trusty steed Biarritz continue to impress in equestrian circles with notable results at the New Zealand World Cup series.
Terms and Conditions
• One vote equals one entry into the draw to win the Apple iPad Pro 32GB
• One entry per person only
• The draw will take place on 8th of November and will be announced via Sport Bay of Plenty Facebook page
They need to raise $63,000 for flights and accommodation for the team.