Manfred Freinschlag is the man for all situations at TSU Wartberg

Tips, Sportland Upper Austria, OÖNachrichten, Life Radio and TV1 were again today looking for the many volunteers in Upper Austria’s sports clubs.

Around 200,000 people are involved in voluntary work in Upper Austria. For the fifth time, these people were brought to the fore as part of the “Thank you” election and were honored for their work and commitment. A total of 183,846 votes were cast for the 88 nominees on Tips.at and nachrichten.at.

“In the tips we want to motivate, focus on the positive and togetherness, because good cooperation can overcome divides.” “The meetings in the clubs are valuable, the opportunity to experience and share emotions,” emphasizes Tips editor-in-chief Alexandra Mittermayr.

Thanks to the clubs

Gino Cuturi, managing partner at Medienhaus Wimmer, praises: “Without volunteers, many things in Upper Austria would not exist. Volunteering in sports and culture brings society together and we present this in the media.”

State Sports Councillor Markus Achleitner is also pleased: “Volunteers are the good soul of sport and offer great stories.” With this award, clubs can finally say thank you.”

District winner from Wartberg

Manfred Freinschlag from TSU Wartberg ob der Aist can be delighted with the district victory in Freistadt. Freinschlag has been working in the club on a voluntary basis for decades in various roles, currently as deputy chairman. He is particularly involved in the TSU hiking day, which is very important to him. The Wartberger is actively supported in all sections, from football to curling, he takes care of smooth processes and proactively takes on many small but also large tasks.

The district winners were each rewarded with 1,000 euros and a trophy and a certificate.

State winner comes from Schärding

Manfred Fredy Karl Rigler, youth leader of SK Schärding, was chosen as the state winner from the 16 district winners. Rigler can look forward to additional prize money of 1,000 euros.