The show will take place in a Belfast Hotel on February 23. It will honour members of the kickboxing community who have really achieved in 2007.

There is a lot to look back on – Lydia Braniff’s retirement after a peerless career; new young stars like Barrie Oliver and Stuart Jess emerging; more established names like Ian Young defending titles plus a host of other talented fighters proving why Northern Ireland is the unquestionable European powerhouse for the sport.

At present, organisers are keeping the name of special guest hosts firmly under their hats, but are promising quite a treat for fight fans.

As 2007 was a bumper year for the sport, there will be no ‘Bash’ element to the awards – instead more categories will honour more success stories.

Tickets for the black tie sumptuous dinner event are priced at £40 for members of ProKick, £50 for non-members.

Tickets will go on sale soon for further details, ring 02890 651074 or email dinnerawards@ProKick.com