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SOFTBALL NSW AWARDS

CRITERIA & NOMINATION

INFORMATION

2020-2021

SOFTBALL NSW ABN: 76 489 769 723

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Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

2021 Softball NSW Awards ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Nominating Members ................................................................................................................................................................. 2

How to submit your nomination................................................................................................................................................ 2

How will they be recognised ...................................................................................................................................................... 2

Recognition Categories............................................................................................................................................................... 3

Sport Awards: .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Performance Awards: ............................................................................................................................................................. 3

Nomination Timeline .................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Judging Panels ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Volunteer of the Year .................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Community Volunteer Award – Sport Recognition Awards .................................................................................................... 6

Distinguished Services Award .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Association of the Year ............................................................................................................................................................... 8

President of the Year ..................................................................................................................................................................10

Administrator of the Year .......................................................................................................................................................... 11

‘Andrew Rindfleish’ Umpire of the Year Award .......................................................................................................................12

Director’s Award for Services to Umpiring ...............................................................................................................................13

Individual Award for Umpire Development .............................................................................................................................14

Affiliate Award for Umpire Development ................................................................................................................................15

Encouragement Award...............................................................................................................................................................16

Coach of the Year Award ...........................................................................................................................................................17

Director’s Award for Services to Coaching ...............................................................................................................................18

Individual Award for Coach Development ...............................................................................................................................19

Affiliate Award for Coach Development.................................................................................................................................. 20

Encouragement Award...............................................................................................................................................................21

Individual Award for Scoring Development ............................................................................................................................ 22

Youth Volunteer of the Year ..................................................................................................................................................... 23

Club of the Year ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Athlete of the Year .................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Team of the Year, Junior Team of the Year & Senior Team of the Year ............................................................................... 26

Selector of the Year ................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Hall of Fame ............................................................................................................................................................................... 28

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Introduction In alignment with the 2021-2024 Strategic Plan, Softball NSW are reintroducing the Softball NSW Awards to

recognize those that have excelled across the sport.

The Softball NSW Awards recognises those individuals, Clubs, Associations, and Teams who have achieved

not only excellence, but have also provided outstanding service to the sport of Softball in NSW each year.

The celebration focuses on all manner of persons within the softball community. Those members of our

sport from the local diamond through to State, National and International achievements.

2021 Softball NSW Awards We invite you to attend the Softball NSW Awards to be held on the evening of Sunday 31st October 2021 at

West HQ 33 Railway St, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 to celebrate and recognise the outstanding service and

contribution to softball of our nominees and winners.

Further information will be available via https://nsw.softball.org.au/

Nominating Members As part of the process, it is crucial to recognise a volunteer, athlete or officials’ success and reward for the

impact the individual has had within their Club, Association, and local community. Nominations provide an

insight of their hard work and dedication for the benefit of softball in NSW that often goes unnoticed.

Nominations in any category can be completed by any member of the SNSW/Association/Club or

participant. We acknowledge that within the document the criteria for consideration is in depth and in some

cases may seem strong, regardless of not meeting all these, we encourage all Associations and Clubs to

nominate individuals/themselves across all categories.

How to submit your nomination While there is no minimum or maximum word count, SNSW encourages you to provide the judging panel

with sufficient accurate and relevant information.

Nominations are to be made online via link: https://form.jotform.com/212437079465865

How will nominees/winners be recognised? The prestige of the Award is the most valuable aspect of the Softball NSW Awards, recognising the

outstanding contribution during the judging period. All nominees will receive a digital certificate

acknowledging their status as a ‘nominee’.

Winners will be presented with a SNSW plaque and promoted via our communication channels highlighting

the specific award winner as well as the Club and/or Association.

Associations and Clubs are encouraged to engage local media to further leverage opportunities for

community partnerships and recognition.

Furthermore, SNSW will elevate State winners for external recognition where appropriate. This may include

Sport NSW or other industry awards. Please note, this is at the discretion the SNSW Board, and some

nominations may require further information.

https://nsw.softball.org.au/

https://form.jotform.com/212437079465865

Recognition Categories The following are the recognition categories:

Sport Awards: • SNSW Volunteer of the Year

• Community Volunteer Award (Individual volunteer recognition award)

• President of the Year

• Distinguished Service Awards

• Association of the Year

• Administrator of the Year

• Umpire Awards

o Director’s Awards for Services to Umpiring

o Individual Award for Umpire Development

o Affiliate Award for Umpire Development

o Encouragement Award

• Coaching Awards

o Director’s Awards for Services to Coaching

o Individual Award for Coach Development

o Affiliate Award for Coach Development

o Encouragement Award

• Individual Award for Scoring Development

• Youth Volunteer of the Year

• Club of the Year

• Selector of the Year

Performance Awards: • Andrew Rindfleish Umpire of the Year

• Coach of the Year

• Junior Female Athlete of the Year (Under 18yrs)

• Junior Male Athlete of the Year Male (Under 18yrs)

• Open Female Athlete of the Year (Open Age)

• Open Male Athlete of the Year (Open Age)

• Senior Female Athlete of the Year (Over 30yrs)

• Senior Male Athlete of the Year (Over 30yrs)

• Team of the Year

• Junior Team of the Year

• Senior Team of the Year

• Hall of Fame

Nomination Timeline

Nomination period 1st July 2020 – 30th June 2021.

Nominations open 2nd September 2021.

Nominations close 29th September 2021.

Finalists & nominees announced. 8th October 2021.

Winners announced 31st October 2021.

Judging Panels A predefined ‘criteria for consideration’ has been established to provide guidance to all nominations and

review of these submissions by the respective judging panels. These that are appointed for this process in

determining these awards, will utilise their experience and discretion to evaluate submissions within each

category. Each of the areas identified in the criteria for consideration will be measured for the final decision

and this will aggregate the subjective value of each in determining the outcome. No one criteria will be

weighted or take precedence in this policy, but each relative judging panel can at its absolute discretion

choose to treat some criteria as more important than others in reference to that award. The decision of the

judging panel is final, and no discussion shall be entered.

The below groups are appointed to review nominations and determine winners of the awards.

• Softball NSW Judging Panel

• Softball NSW Board Independent Appointees

• Chief Executive Officer

• Softball NSW High Performance & Pathways Sub-Committee

• Softball NSW Coaching Director & NSW Coaches Executive

• Andrew Rindfleish

• Softball NSW Umpires Director & NSW Umpires Executive

• Softball NSW Scorers Executive Committee

• Softball NSW Heads of Program

• Hall of Fame Panel (SNSW Life Members & CEO)

Volunteer of the Year This is the supreme Softball NSW Softball award bestowed upon a member as part of these awards

recognizing volunteers who go above and beyond and make a significant contribution to Softball in NSW.

Award Selection Panel

SNSW Judging Panel, CEO, and Independent Board Appointee

Alternative selection panel members of equivalent standing and/experience may be utilised to avoid any

conflicts of interest based on the nominees.

Eligibility

• Unpaid Position (Honorariums & Hobby Payments Accepted).

• Active in a volunteer only role within the Club or Association or SNSW or SAL.

• Can be involved in any capacity of the Club or Association or SNSW or SAL.

• Be a current financial member of the SNSW.

N.B Nominees do not have to be involved at all levels.

Criteria for consideration:

Nominations will be considered on the following criteria.

Service

• Please describe the nominee’s service history to the sport.

Current Role(s) and Responsibility (1st July 2020 – 30th June 2021)

• Please describe the nominee’s current participation in and service to the sport.

Developments/Initiatives

• (E.g., Community Projects/Fundraising & Promotions).

• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at any level that this

nominee is involved in.

• Describe how this nominee is a volunteer of exceptional standards.

Character

• Be of the character that best reflects the values and mission of Softball NSW, their Association or

Club.

Additional information supporting this nomination.

• Any further information provided in support of the nomination.

Community Volunteer Award – Sport Recognition Awards The Community Volunteer Award-Sport Recognition Awards, allow Associations and Clubs to recognise key

individuals from within their organisations on a larger stage in front of their peers. These volunteers have

significantly contributed to the operation of their Association or Club across the past 12 months. Each

Association is eligible for a maximum of two recipients per annum.

As we know, without volunteers there would be no Associations, no teams, no coaches, no umpires, no

scorers, no one to set up the diamonds, run the canteen or assist with team uniforms and so much more.





Eligibility

• Unpaid Position (Honorariums & Hobby Payments Accepted).

• Active in a volunteer only role within the Club or Association or SNSW or SAL.

• involved in any capacity of the Club or Association or SNSW or SAL.

• Individuals can only ever receive one Community Volunteer Award.

N.B Nominees do not have to be involved at all levels.



Service

• Provide a summary of the nominee’s roles/service to the sport.

• Describe the service that has been of significant benefit to the sport / Club and community.

Character


Club.

Distinguished Services Award This award recognises an individual’s exceptional service and/or contribution to Softball at Association or

Associational or state level of over 25 years.

A Club/Association can only nominate one person for this prestigious award. A Distinguished Service Award

can only be received once, and no more than 5 will be awarded annually.





Eligibility

• Must have completed 25 years continuous service at either Club/Association/State level

• Not a SNSW or SAL Life Member or Hall of Fame Member



History

• Please describe the nominee’s service history to the sport

Character


Club.

Association of the Year This award recognises an Association for overall excellence in administration, operations, and on-diamond

success during between 1st July 2020 – 30th June 2021. This award pays particular attention to strategies,

projects, programs and innovation which enhance and support participation growth in Athletes, Umpires,

Scorers and Coaching representing the ‘best in class’.





Eligibility

• Active in an area of administration within a Club or Association for the judging period

• Be a current financial member of SNSW.



Administration

• Proficient use of competition management system.

• Active management of website and/or social media.

• Business growth and diversification of revenue streams.

• Facility Development projects.

• Marketing/partnership opportunities.

• All Officials & Pathway Team Management complete WWCC and submitted into database.

• Committee meetings held and documented, available to the membership.

• Effective communication and positive relationship with NSW Development Staff.

• Submits feedback into SNSW reviews and/or post event surveys as applicable.

Technical Development

• Facilitate Umpire Courses & Programs

• Facilitate Coaching Courses & Programs

• Facilitate Scoring Courses & programs

• Volunteer Development

• Junior Programs

Growth/Team Numbers

• Junior Competition

• Senior Competition

• Improved Representative Performance and support of competitions.

• Umpire/Coach compliance at SNSW events.

• Key events conducted during the period.

Compliance

• SNSW endorsed COVID Safety Plan.

• Current constitution available for all members to access.

• Completes the SNSW Affiliation Process.

• Audited financial accounts (if applicable).

• AGMs held in accordance with compliance.

o Correct notice times adhered to

o All reports provided.

o Appointment of Public Officer notified by due date.

o Incorporation returns lodged and advised by due date.

o Incorporation status (if applicable).

Developments/Initiatives (E.g., Community Projects/Fundraising & Promotions)

• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at Association level.

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in terms of, Association administration and

participation of all people i.e., Women, CALD communities, indigenous, disabled and the

disadvantaged.

• Demonstrated local school engagement.

• Innovative volunteer leadership and management, including recruitment, retention, recognition, and

reward.

Pathway Participation

• Junior pathway participation and performance

• Open and Senior pathway participation and performance

Additional information supporting this nomination

President of the Year This award recognises exceptional leadership, outstanding contribution, and achievements by a member in

the role of President.

*At the discretion of the SNSW judging panel, nominees may be considered for the Volunteer of the Year

award.





Eligibility

• Unpaid Position (Honorariums & Hobby Payments Accepted)

• Active in a volunteer only role within the Club

• Be a current financial member of the SNSW



History




• Describe the demonstrated leadership and development of others within the sport


• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at any level that this nominee

is spearheading.

• Describe how this nominee is a President of exceptional standards.

Ensures Association/Club Compliance

• SNSW endorsed COVID Safety Plan.


• Completes the SNSW Affiliation Process.

• Audited financial accounts (if applicable).



o All reports provided.

o Appointment of Public Officer notified by due date.

o Incorporation returns lodged and advised by due date.

o Incorporation status (if applicable).

Character


Club.


Administrator of the Year This award recognises an Administrator who has set the standard for volunteer community sport

administration. Administrator nominees may include such roles as; Secretary, Treasurer, MPIO,

Representative Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, Vice President, Umpire Director or Competition

Coordinator.

*At the discretion of the SNSW judging panel, nominees may be considered for the Volunteer of the Year

award.





Eligibility

• Active in an area of administration within the Club or Association for the judging period





Administration

• Use of the Competition Management Program-SportsTG/RevSport)

• Use of Website

• Use of Social Media Marketing/Sponsorship opportunities

• Efficiencies or innovations that enhance the standard of administration.

• Committee meeting correspondence outlined.

• Submission of grant applications

• Committee meetings held and documents kept up to date.

Growth/Team Numbers

• Junior Competition

• Senior Competition

• Participation Programs

• Assistance provided for SNSW organised Gala Days.

Compliance


• AGM held once per calendar year.

• Incorporation status (if applicable)


• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at a Club or Association level.

Character


Club.


‘Andrew Rindfleish’ Umpire of the Year Award (Umpires Awards)

The Umpire of the Year is awarded to the softball umpire from NSW who has excelled in umpiring at the

state, national and international level of our sport. The award is based on achievements in officiating games

at these levels, as well as their contribution to the umpiring program within NSW and Australia.


Andrew Rindfleish OAM, State Director of Umpiring and one (1) SNSWUA Life Member.



Eligibility

• The Umpire of the Year must have officiated at International or National or NSW Open State

Championships or NSW Leagues at the Open’s level during the judging period.

• Be a current financial member of Softball NSW.

• Be a current member of the Softball NSW Umpires Association.

• Hold a current Level 5 (or higher) Umpires Accreditation.



International Events Performance

• Performance at World Cups and other international competitions.

Softball Australia Events Performance

• Performance at National Championships and other national events.

NSW Events Performance

• Performance at SNSW state events.

Other Events, General Participation & Support

• Performance, participation and support at other events and championships.

• Participate and support Association/Club events.

Leadership and Umpire Development

• Umpire Management at events as UIC, Deputy UIC and/or Assessor.

• Shows leadership (including mentoring / education of other umpires) and promotes a healthy

culture in a fair, safe, and inclusive environment.

• Support SNSWUA Development Programs and assisting in the Development/Promotion of the sport

at any or all levels.

Character


Club.

Additional information or innovations supporting this nomination

• Significance of their achievements in the sport and the wider community.

• Appointment(s) to final series games at all levels.

Director’s Award for Services to Umpiring (Umpires Awards)

The Director’s Award for Services to Umpiring is presented to an NSW umpire who displays outstanding

commitment and service to umpiring in NSW.


State Director of Umpiring, Deputy Director of Umpiring and one (1) SNSWUA Life Member



Eligibility



• Hold a current Umpires Accreditation (Level 1-8)



Current Role(s) and Responsibility

• Possesses good organisational skills.

• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of umpiring.

Service to Softball, Leadership and Umpire Development

• Umpire Management at SNSW and/or Association events as UIC, Deputy UIC and/or Assessor.

• Shows leadership (including mentoring / education of other umpires) and promotes a healthy


• Support SNSWUA and/or Association Development Programs.

• Assist in the Development/Promotion of the sport at any or all levels.

Character


Club.



Individual Award for Umpire Development (Umpires Awards)

The Individual Award for Umpire Development is presented to a NSW Umpire who displays a passion and

commitment to the development of umpires in NSW. This umpire is a leader of development initiatives at

the association and/or state level.


SNSWUA Executive Committee

Eligibility



• Hold a current Umpires Accreditation (Level 1-8)






Umpire Development

• Shows leadership and passion for umpire development at club, association and/or state levels.

• Actively involved in mentoring and education of other umpires.

• Promotes a healthy learning culture in a fair, safe, and inclusive environment.

• Support SNSWUA and/or association umpire development programs as a trainer/facilitator.

• Contribute to the development of courses and course materials.

Character


Club.



Affiliate Award for Umpire Development (Umpires Awards)

The Affiliate Award for Umpire Development recognises the SNSW Affiliate that facilitates initiatives to drive

umpire development and achieve results in the recruitment, retention, and performance of umpires.



Eligibility

• Current financial Affiliate of SNSW.



Growth

• Umpire numbers within the Association.

• Umpire accreditation level advancements.

• Umpire participation at SNSW championships.

Umpire Development Initiatives

• Arranged/delivered Umpire courses/programs.

• Mentoring and support of all new and existing Association umpires.

• Describe developments or initiatives that has/is improving the sport at any level.

Umpire Program Culture

• Provides a healthy learning culture in a fair, safe, and inclusive environment.

• Promotes inclusion of all umpires.

• Promotes and celebrates diversity.

• Reward and recognition initiatives.

• Supports the SNSWUA programs and initiatives.


• Significance of positive impact to softball members, the sport, and the wider community.

Encouragement Award (Umpires Awards)

The Encouragement Award is presented to a current NSW Level Two or Three umpire who demonstrates

good potential to progress to higher accreditation levels, has a willingness to learn and is an active

participant in their local association and in SNSW.



Eligibility



• Hold a current Level 2 or 3 Umpire Accreditation.



Umpire Performance & Participation

• Active participation at local association, regional, state and possibly National level events.

• Demonstrates a consistently high standard of performance, for accreditation level.

• Appointment(s) to final series games at SNSW events.

• Potential for accreditation advancement in the short to medium term.

Character


Club.



Coach of the Year Award (Coaches Awards)

The Coach of the Year is awarded to the softball coach from NSW who has excelled in coaching at the state

and/or national and/or international level of our sport. The award is based on achievements in officiating

games at these levels, as well as their contribution to the coaching program within NSW and Australia.


High Performance & Pathway Sub Committee, State Coaching Director, State Coaching Executive Members

(2) & CEO.


conflicts of interest based on the nominees. If no alternative selection panel members can be found, the High-

Performance Sub Committee may be used.

Eligibility

• The Coach of the Year must have coached at International or National or NSW Open State

Championships or NSW Leagues at the Open’s level during the judging period.


• Hold a current Performance (Level 4) or higher Coaching Accreditation.




• Performance at World Cups and other international competitions and/or

Softball Australia Events Performance

• Performance at National Championships and other national events and/or

NSW Events Performance

• Performance at SNSW state events.

Other Events, General Participation & Support

• Performance, participation and support at other events and championships.

• Participate and support Association/Club events.

Leadership and Coach Development

• Shows leadership (including mentoring / education of other Coaches) and promotes a healthy


• Support Softball NSW Coaches Development Programs and assisting in the Development/Promotion

of the sport at any or all levels.

Character


Club.



Director’s Award for Services to Coaching (Coaches Awards)

The Director’s Award for Services to Coaching is presented to a NSW Coach who displays outstanding

commitment and service to Coaching in NSW.


SNSW Director of Coaching, two (2) members of the Softball NSW Coaches Executive & CEO



Eligibility


• Hold a current Coaches Accreditation Foundation to Master (Level 3-6)





• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of Coaching.

Service to Softball, Leadership and Coach Development

• Shows leadership (including mentoring / education of other Coaches) and promotes a healthy


• Supports Association/Club Coach Development Programs.

• Assist in the Development/Promotion of the sport at any or all levels.

Character


Club.



Individual Award for Coach Development (Coaches Awards)

The Individual Award for Coach Development is presented to a NSW Coach who displays a passion and

commitment to the development of Coaches in NSW. This Coach is a leader of development initiatives at

the association and/or state level.


Softball NSW Coaches Executive (2), CEO & High Performance & Pathway Committee Member

Eligibility







• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of Coaching.

Coach Development

• Shows leadership and passion for coach development at club, association and/or state levels.

• Actively involved in mentoring and education of other coaches.


• Supports State, Association and Club Development coaching programs as a trainer/facilitator.

• Contribute to the development of workshops and workshop materials.

Character


Club.



Affiliate Award for Coach Development (Coaches Awards)

The Affiliate Award for Coach Development recognises the Softball NSW Affiliate that facilitates initiatives to

drive coach development and achieve results in the recruitment, retention, and performance of coaches.


Softball NSW Coaches Executive & CEO

Eligibility

• Current financial Affiliate of SNSW.



Growth

• Coach numbers within the Association.

• Coach accreditation level advancements.

Coach Development Initiatives

• Arranged/delivered coach workshops/programs.

• Mentoring and support of all new and existing Association Coaches.

• Describe developments or initiatives that has/is improving the sport at any level.

Coach Program Culture

• Provides a healthy learning culture in a fair, safe, and inclusive environment.

• Promotes inclusion of all Coaches.

• Promotes and celebrates diversity.

• Reward and recognition initiatives.

• Supports Coaching programs and initiatives.


• Significance of positive impact to softball members, the sport, and the wider community.

Encouragement Award (Coaches Awards)

The Encouragement Award is presented to a current NSW coach who demonstrates good potential to

progress to higher accreditation levels, has a willingness to learn and is an active participant in their local

association and in SNSW.


Softball NSW Coaches Executive (2), CEO and High Performance & Pathway Sub Committee (2)

Eligibility





Coach Performance & Participation

• Active participation at local association, regional, state and possibly national level events.

• Demonstrates a consistently high standard of performance, for accreditation level.

• Potential for accreditation advancement in the short to medium term.

Character


Club.



Individual Award for Scoring Development (Scoring Awards)

The Individual Award for Scoring Development is presented to NSW Scorers who displays a passion and

commitment to the development of scoring in NSW. This Scorer is a leader of development initiatives at the

association and/or state level.


SNSW Scorers Executive Committee

Eligibility


• Hold a current Scorers Accreditation






Umpire Development

• Shows leadership and passion for scoring development at club, association and/or state levels.

• Actively involved in mentoring and education of other scorers.


• Supports SNSW Scores and/or association Scoring development programs as a trainer/facilitator.

• Contribute to the development of courses and course materials.

Character


Club.



Youth Volunteer of the Year This award recognises exceptional leadership, outstanding contribution and achievements by a youth

member aged 25 years old or younger as at the close of the judging period.





Eligibility


• Active in a volunteer only role within the Club


• Aged 25 or younger as at the close of the judging period.



History




• Describe the demonstrated leadership and development of others within the sport.

Developments/Initiatives

(E.g., Community Projects/Fundraising & Promotions)

• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at any level that this nominee

is spearheading.

• Describe how this nominee is a volunteer of exceptional standards.

Character


Club.

Additional information supporting this nomination.

Club of the Year Club of the Year recognises the overall best SNSW Club during the judging period. Each Club will be

adjudged on performance indicators listed below.

Eligibility

• Be a current financial member of a SNSW Association.



Administration

• Full and Active Executive & Committee Structure

• Communication with Members and Clubs

• Website & Social media interaction

Technical Development & Audit

• Umpire Development

• Coaching Development

• Scoring Development

• Volunteer Development

• Athlete Pathway Development

Representative Team Numbers & Performances

• Junior Association Performance

• Senior Association Performance

• Participation in National Programs

Compliance

• Financial Practices and compliance



o All reports provided

o Appointment of Public Officer notified by due date

o Incorporation return lodged and advised by due date

• Support of Association AGM

• Club Events

o SNSW endorsed COVID Safety Plan

Development/Initiatives (e.g., Community projects/fundraising & promotions)

• Describe any development or initiative that has/is improving the sport at a Club level.

Athlete of the Year This award recognises Athletes’ outstanding achievements and contributions in the nomination period.

• Male Athlete of the Year

• Female Athlete of the Year

• Junior Male of the Year (18yrs and under)

• Junior Female of the Year (18yrs and under)

• Senior Male Athlete of the Year (35yrs and over)

• Senior Female Athlete of the Year (35yrs and over)


SNSW Judging Panel, SNSW CEO, SNSW High-Performance Sub Committee & SNSW Heads of Program.



Eligibility

• Junior Athletes of the Year must be 18 years or younger during the judging period.

o Have participated at International (U/18) or National or State Championships during

the judging period.

• Open Athletes of the Year must have participated at International or National or NSW State

Championships Opens level during the judging period.

• Senior Athletes of the Year must have participated at International or National or NSW State

Championships Over 35’s level during the judging period.




Club Participation & Support

• Participate in and performance at stated events

• Participate in and support Club Events

Associational Events Performance

• Participate in and support Associational Championships

SNSW Events Performance

• Performance at State Championships

SAL Events Performance

• Performance at National Championships.


• Performance at International Events

Character


Club.

Additional information or performances supporting this nomination

• Significance of their achievement in the sport and wider community

Team of the Year, Junior Team of the Year & Senior Team of

the Year This award recognises a team for outstanding performance in the nomination period. All nominations will be

considered on the following criteria.


SNSW Judging Panel, SNSW CEO, SNSW High-Performance Sub Committee & SNSW Heads of Program.



Eligibility

• Teams of the Year must have participated at National Championships, State Championships in the

relevant division during the judging period.

• Represent a current financial entity of the SNSW.

• Team must be based in NSW.



Club Participation & Support (where applicable)

• Participate in and performance at stated events.

• Participate in and support State, Association or Club Events.

• Display a positive culture which is fair, safe, and inclusive.


• Performance at State Championships


• Performance at National Championships

Additional information or performances supporting this nomination.


Selector of the Year This award recognises Selectors outstanding achievements and contributions in the nomination period


SNSW Judging Panel, CEO and High-Performance Sub Committee



Eligibility

• Selector of the Year must have Selected at International, State, Association or Club in any categories

during the judging period.




Club/Association Participation & Support

• Participation and performance at stated events

• Participate and support Club/Association Selections.

• Support of Development Programs and assisting in the Development/Promotion of the sport at any or

all levels.

• Displays a positive culture which is fair, safe, and inclusive.

Associational Events Performance

• Participate in selecting and support Associations.


• Participate in selecting and support Softball NSW.


• Participate in selecting and support National selections

Character


Club.

Additional information or performance supporting this nomination.


Hall of Fame The Softball NSW may bestow the Hall of Fame Award, upon a player or an official who has made an

outstanding contribution to Softball in NSW through their participation in the NSW Open Representative

Team or National Championships. Such player/official shall have displayed exemplary behaviour as a

member of Softball NSW both within and outside the team environment.


All nominations for a Softball NSW Hall of Fame Award (Life Members & CEO) shall be submitted in writing

and reviewed by the Hall of Fame Panel. This Panel will provide a recommendation to the SNSW Board for

approval to the Hall of Fame.

Nominations for the Hall of Fame may be made by

• an Affiliate

• the SNSW Board

• the Hall of Fame Panel

Criteria for Consideration

To qualify for consideration for the Hall of Fame Award a player/official must have:

Player

• retired from participation at Open National Championships for a minimum of four years

• represented NSW for a minimum of eight (8) National Open Championships

• made an outstanding contribution to the team’s performance by playing a key role for much of that

time and performed at a level higher than average.

Official

• retired from participation at National Championships for a minimum of four years

• represented NSW as an official for a minimum of eight (8) National Championships.

Other contributing factors may be

• Australian representation

• Award/s received at National Championships.

Note: To assess a player/official’s contribution, reference to statistics from National Championships should

be made.

Character


Club.

Special Circumstances

Consideration may be given to nominations that may not fulfil – in strictest terms - the criteria previously

detailed. Such special circumstances may include, but is not limited to, consideration of athletes who:

• Have not retired but who continually make an outstanding contribution to the team’s performance

representing NSW at the open level for a minimum of ten years; or

• have retired from national representation but continue to represent NSW; or

• retired from national representation before retiring from NSW representation. (This is to provide the

opportunity for eligible athletes, in most cases, to become a member of the SNSW Hall of Fame

before the SAL Hall of Fame).

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