2019 Gallagher Community Coach of the Year
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Nominations closed 30 November 2019 and were open to:
Victorian sporting coaches who have made a significant contribution to their club and/or association/district. This award recognises the exceptional contribution made by a Victorian community sporting coach during 2019, either on or off the sporting field, with a focus on improving community sport through encouraging participation, fairness, integrity and making sport more welcoming, safe and inclusive.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to be considered in this category, the nominee must:
- Be an accredited Coach under the recognised National or State Sporting body
- Coach Victorian athletes(s) or a team competing at club and/or association/district level
Selection Criteria:
- Coach at a club and/or association/district level
- Demonstrated achievement to make their team/club welcoming, safe and inclusive
- A role model for their athletes – setting a positive example
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous training and learning
Selection Process & Voting:
For all information regarding selection and voting processes, return to the 2019 Victorian Sport Award Nominations Information page
Previous Winners:
2018 | Wes Canny | Rowing |
2017 | David Hickman | Basketball |
2016 | Hussain Hanif | Cricket |
2015 | Peter Mair | Southern Netball League |
2014 | Sue Sofarnos | Newport Ladies Lacrosse Club |