Club Awards
Belnorth Football Club awards players and teams yearly for various reasons during the season. There are three award categories:
These awards aim to recognise the player’s achievements, further their playing future with Belnorth FC, and provide development pathways. Belnorth FC members provide the nominations for awards, and the final decision on award winners sits with the Belnorth FC Committee.
Club Award Nominations Now Open
Nominate for Junior and Senior Club Awards via the buttons below.
(Nominations Close 31/8/2024)
(Nominations Close 25/8/2024)
Reward and Recognition Awards
These awards provide reward and recognition to Belnorth FC players who have demonstrated high-quality sportsmanship, a positive attitude and a commitment to their game and Belnorth FC. These awards include reduced fees or the payment of a defined service to which the winner is entitled.
The Mathew Starke Memorial Award is presented to a player who participated under challenging circumstances (disability, sickness or injury).
The winner will receive:
- an individual trophy
- free registration to Belnorth FC in the following year
The Peter Desmond Memorial Award is presented to a junior male and female player who displayed above-average ability and commitment.
The winner will receive:
- an individual trophy
- free registration to Belnorth FC in the following year
- free entry to a Belnorth FC coaching programme
The Senior Player of the Year (female and male) receive:
- an individual trophy
- free registration to Belnorth FC in the following year
Recognition Only Awards
This category is for those players, volunteers, coaches and teams who demonstrate a commitment to the spirit of football and Belnorth FC. It recognises them for their assistance to Belnorth FC in their endeavour to build a future in football.
The Sue O’Dwyer Memorial Award recognises a team that has shown outstanding commitment, dedication and achievement in promoting the spirit of the game of football and in advancing the development of team members and, therefore, the image and wellbeing of Belnorth FC.
Recognises members who have ten years of accumulative membership playing with the club.
Further details on its awarding can be found here.
The President awards it to people who have given outstanding service to Belnorth FC during the year.
It is awarded to a player who is heavily involved in the game and with the Club. For example, a player who is a good team member and is also a referee or coach of a Belnorth FC team.
Awarded to a senior club member who has brought great distinction to Belnorth FC and whose efforts to assist with the Club’s activities have been above what is normally expected.
A team coach who demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment, ensuring all players learn and enjoy the game in a positive and encouraging environment.
There are Coach of the Year awards for the below categories.
- Youth/Young Coach: coach who is 18 years or younger
- U5-U7 Open
- U6-U9 Just for Girls
- U8-U9 Open
- U10-U11
- U12-U18
- Seniors
A team manager who goes above and beyond to ensure the team and its members are organised, fosters a positive team environment and is professional in their dealings with opposition teams and club officials.
Manager of the Year awards are available for the categories below.
- U5-U9
- U10-U11
- U12-U18
Club Award Nominations Now Open
Nominate for Junior and Senior Club Awards via the buttons below.
(Nominations Close 31/8/2024)
(Nominations Close 25/8/2024)
Life Membership
Life membership is awarded to Belnorth FC members who have contributed significantly to the club over many years. Presentation of this award entitles the recipients to:
- participate in voting at Belnorth FC General Meetings;
- participate in football at Belnorth FC with all components of the registration fee waived*
We are currently reviewing the nomination process for Life Membership. However, we still welcome nominations and recommend any nominations include two supporters. You can send nominations to admin@belnorth.org
*Note: if the recipient of life membership has a child under 18 years, they can substitute the registration for one of their children under 18 years. This benefit is not transferable to grandchildren. This applies to any joint (couple/parent) recipients.