This award recognises the best example of responsible and well-researched documentary making. The focus may be profiling an individual athlete, sport, team, coach or issue.

Entries can be a standalone documentary or a series.

Entry information

Entry requirements

Entries will be assessed on the quality and comprehensiveness of coverage during the qualifying period and should include:

• A completed entry form (Please submit a separate form for each entry - a series on the same topic is considered a single entry)
• One copy of the nominated item/s (PDFs or web links can be submitted)
• A 200-word statement to support the entry, outlining its relevance to the category, impact and any background context.
• All entries in this category require a highlights package of no longer than 10 minutes.

A maximum of two entries per person, company or outlet applies to this category.

Upload an electronic copy of the work that forms the basis of the nomination. The online form allows for multiple file uploads simultaneously. Multiple file types are also supported. If your platform requires a user to login to view the content in full, please include login details in your entry.

Entries do not have a file size limit, however the upload time will be dependent on your internet connection.

Please note that this category is limited to videos which have featured on any digital or broadcast platform. Audio documentaries should be entered under the Best Sport Podcast category.

Qualifying information

The qualifying period for all nominations is between 1 November 2024 and 31 October 2025. Entries submitted in previous Sport Australia/ASC Media Awards cannot be re-submitted. This period applies to all categories except the Lifetime achievement award for contribution to sports journalism.

Conditions of entry

Please refer to the conditions of entry for more detailed information.