Sport Newfoundland and Labrador - Annual Awards Nomination Form

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Thank you for your interest in submitting a nomination for the Sport Newfoundland and Labrador Annual Awards.

Nominations may be submitted by Provincial Sport Organizations only. If you wish to recommend a nominee for your sport, please contact your Provincial Sport Organization to discuss the nomination. Nominations that are not submitted by a designated organization will be deemed invalid.

Awards are considered based on an outstanding single event performance or a series of performances occurring within the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025).

Your responses will be emailed to the address entered below. If you wish to fill out the application and return to it at a later time, you may do so by clicking Save for Later at the bottom of the form. A link to resume your application will be sent to your email.

Submissions close Friday January 30, 2026.

Respondent

Please fill out your name, email, and organization to receive a copy of your responses. You will be able to add the nominee information once you select the category below.

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Nominating Organization (PSO) *

I am a member of my Provincial Sport Organization, or I have obtained permission from my PSO to put forward this nomination. *

Please Select the Category Below: *

Note: You may complete only one category per submission; however, you may submit the form multiple times. Please be sure to submit or save your first nomination before starting another.

Junior Female Athlete of the Year Junior Male Athlete of the Year Senior Female Athlete of the Year Senior Male Athlete of the Year Female Coach of the Year Male Coach of the Year Rising Star Coach of the Year Junior Official of the Year Senior Official of the Year Executive of the Year Volunteer of the Year Youth Female Team of the Year Youth Male Team of the Year Senior Female Team of the Year Senior Male Team of the Year x Clear

The Senior Male Athlete of the Year award is presented annually to a male athlete who has achieved exceptional results on a Provincial/National/International level, and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years of age and over by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Senior Female Athlete of the Year award is presented annually to a female athlete who has achieved exceptional results on a Provincial/National/International level, and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years of age and over by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Junior Male Athlete of the Year award is presented annually to a male athlete who has achieved exceptional results on a Provincial/National/International level, and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Junior Female Athlete of the Year award is presented annually to a female athlete who has achieved exceptional results on a Provincial/National/International level, and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:
Must be 18 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Male Coach of the Year award is presented annually to an individual who has made a difference to a Provincial Sport Organizations programs. The Male Coach of the Year is someone who has contributed personally to their sport and athlete(s) success. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

The Female Coach of the Year award is presented annually to an individual who has made a difference to a Provincial Sport Organizations program. The Female Coach of the Year is someone who has contributed personally to their sport and athlete(s) success. The candidate must have proven leadership skills and have contributed significantly throughout the season.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

The Rising Star Coach of the Year award recognizes a young coach who has shown exceptional promise and impact in the sport community. The recipient must have made a meaningful contribution to their sport and athletes' success, demonstrating strong leadership, sportsmanship, and dedication.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:
Must be 23 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Senior Official of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize officiating excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador. It recognizes a dedicated and hardworking official who has been responsible for officiating sport events at any level of athletic competition. This award will recognize an individual's dedication to leadership, contributions to local sport development and promotion of fair play and ethical behaviour in sport.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years of age and over by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.
Be a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador;
Has officiated in Newfoundland and Labrador for a minimum of five (5) years;
Is currently officiating within the Sport NL membership;
Be an active member, in good standing, of a Sport NL member organization (i.e. Hockey NL);
Has a minimum Level 1 officiating certification (fully certified) or equivalent; and
Both paid and unpaid officials are eligible.

The Junior Official of the Year Award is annually to recognize a young official who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and skill in officiating sports events. This award honours an official who has shown leadership, responsibility, and professionalism in their officiating role at any level of competition. The recipient is recognized for their contributions to sport, their ability to promote fair play and ethical behaviour, and their dedication to continuous improvement in the officiating field.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.
Be a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador;
Has officiated in Newfoundland and Labrador for a minimum of one (1) year;
Is currently officiating within the Sport NL membership;
Be an active member, in good standing, of a Sport NL member organization (i.e. Hockey NL);
Both paid and unpaid officials are eligible.

The Executive of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize Sport Executive excellence in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It recognizes a dedicated and hardworking individual who represents the spirit of volunteerism, and whose dedication, energy and commitment contribute at the executive level to the development of their sport or organization.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Must be a resident of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Has served in a Sport Executive capacity and has displayed a high level of respect for his/her respective sport within the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Has been involved in the development and implementation of programs and policies for his/her respective sport.
Must be a member, in good standing, of a SportNL Member organization (i.e. Sailing NL)

The Volunteer of the Year award is presented annually to someone who has made a significant contribution to sport on a volunteer level. Volunteers are the lifeblood of sport! They are the people who make it possible for children and adults from all walks of life to be able to participate in sport throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

NOMINATION INFORMATION

1. Outline achievements in point form and expand when necessary.
2. Include only information/achievements directly related to the individual’s role.

Areas you may wish to include in the nomination include:

Appointments to board(s), committee(s), etc.
Local / provincial achievements (development and advancement of the sport under this person’s guidance and direction, new policies established, increase in registration, local improvements, etc.).
Other highlights over the past year.

The Youth Female Team of the Year award is is presented annually to a team that has achieved exceptional results in competitions, showcasing outstanding skill, expertise, and teamwork in their respective disciplines at the provincial, national, and/or international levels.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

All Team Members must be 18 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Youth Male Team of the Year award is is presented annually to a team that has achieved exceptional results in competitions, showcasing outstanding skill, expertise, and teamwork in their respective disciplines at the provincial, national, and/or international levels.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

All Team Members must be 18 years of age and under by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Senior Female Team of the Year award is is presented annually to a team that has achieved exceptional results in competitions, showcasing outstanding skills, expertise, and teamwork in their discipline at the provincial, national, and/or international levels.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025– December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Team Members must be 18 years of age and over by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

The Senior Male Team of the Year award is is presented annually to a team that has achieved exceptional results in competitions, showcasing outstanding skills, expertise, and teamwork in their discipline at the provincial, national, and/or international levels.

Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

Eligibility:

Team Members must be 18 years of age and over by December 31, 2025 to be eligible.

Nominee Name: *

Nominee Email: *

Nominee Phone Number: *

For youth categories please provide a number for a parent or legal guardian. For team categories please provide one number of a coach or manager.

Nominee Date of Birth *

Team Name: *

Team Information

Please attach an Excel or CSV file with all team athletes with the following information on each athlete, coach, manager, etc. (first name, last name, address, community, postal code, telephone number and email address.).

Sport(s): *

NCCP #: *

Number of Years Coaching in NL: *

Number of years in Executive Position: *

Education:

Name of School/Institute: *

Grade/Level/Studies: *

Occupation:

Certification Level: *

Number of Years Officiating: *

Has the nominee been a member of a Provincial Sport Organization in the past 5 years? *

Yes No x Clear

If yes, which Provincial Sport Organization?

Provide a history of the Nominee's work as an Executive Member: *

List any recognition for the nominee's sport at the local, provincial, national, or international level, etc. *

Describe how the Nominee has contributed to the development of infrastructure within sport: *

Provide a history of the Nominee's work as an official:

Describe the Nominee’s commitment to the long term development of sport(s). Does the Nominee share their sport knowledge with others?

Describe how the nominee promotes fair play and ethical conduct on and off the field, highlighting personal attributes such as skill, character, dedication, and overall contribution to the sport.

Provide any additional details about the nominee, such as officiating honours, awards, or appointments to higher levels of competition (provincial to international).

Please use the space below to elaborate on the achievements of the nominee in 2025:

Level of Sport Competition: *

Select all Clear all

Local/Club Provincial Atlantic/Eastern Canadian AUS National International

Level of Coaching Competition: *

Select all Clear all

Local/Club Provincial Atlantic/Eastern Canadian AUS National International

List SCHOOL SPORTS COMPETITIONS:

List LOCAL / CLUB SPORTS: (Sports other than Provincial, National or International Competition that take place outside the School Sports program.)

List PROVINCIAL SPORTS: (Sports organized and played at the Provincial level.)

List ATLANTIC / EASTERN CANADIAN SPORTS: (Sports organized and played at the Atlantic / Eastern Canadian level.)

List NATIONAL SPORTS: (Sports organized and played at the National level.)

List INTERNATIONAL SPORTS: (Sports organized and played at the International level.)

Please list any title(s) or award(s) received as a result of School Sports, Local / Club Sports, Provincial, Atlantic, Eastern, National or International:

Overall Impression. (List successes and / or performances of the nominee(s) at the highest level of competition):

Please provide a one-paragraph summary/biography of the nominee’s accomplishments in 2025. This could be used by SportNL for Award program purposes: *

Please upload up to 10 images of the nominee. Include a headshot and relevant photos of nominee in their sport/organization. *

GUIDELINES / CRITERIA FOR NOMINATION:

1. Nominations can be submitted by recognized Active or Associate members of SportNL, the SportNL Board of Directors, and the Annual Awards Selection Committee.

2. Recognized Active or Associate Members of SportNL are limited to ONE nomination per Award category. The SportNL Awards Committee and Board of Directors reserve the right to submit nominations in any category of nomination.

3. Nominations must be for amateur athletes, teams, coaches, officials, executive members or volunteers who participate in a sport that is a recognized Active or Associate member of SportNL.

4. An athlete, team, coach, official, executive member or volunteer must be a primary Newfoundland and Labrador resident. An athlete’s primary residence must be in Newfoundland and Labrador, or the majority of the team’s athletes must reside in Newfoundland and Labrador. Athletes, or teams with athletes, who live temporarily in other locations for education or training purposes and are products of the Newfoundland and Labrador sport development system are eligible for nomination. A significant portion (at least 5 years) of the nominee’s sport development shall have occurred in Newfoundland and Labrador. The SportNL Annual Awards Selection Committee may consider exceptions.

5. Professional athletes, teams, coaches or officials are not eligible for nomination.

6. Awards are considered for an outstanding event performance or a series of performances in the year of nomination (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025).

7. The SportNL Annual Awards Selection Committee can consider the nominee’s long term commitment and dedication to the sport.

8. The SportNL Annual Awards Selection Committee will make their final decision based solely on the information provided in the nomination. Nominators should ensure that the nomination is accurate and as complete as possible.

9. The final decision regarding nominations and eligibility will rest with SportNL.

10. Friday, January 30, 2026 is the deadline date for the final completed Nomination Form to be received by SportNL

11. INCOMPLETE NOMINATION FORMS WILL BE REJECTED. ALL DECISIONS WILL BE FINAL.

12. SportNL is looking forward to celebrating all of the nominees and winners and will make an announcement at a later date regarding the Annual Awards event.

I have read the above guidelines/criteria for nominations and confirm the above information is correct: *

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