The RFL Volunteer Awards 2009

19th February, 2009

In order to acknowledge the hard work and support that people give, unpaid, to the sport of Rugby League, the RFL will once again recognise and reward their effort through its Volunteer Awards Scheme.

There are six categories of award and all winners (plus a guest) will be treated to corporate hospitality at the 2009 Challenge Cup Final on Saturday 29th August.

Each Service Area is responsible for promoting four awards within their area and will also select the winners, whilst the International Volunteer and In League Together awards will be selected separately. All winners will receive a trophy and the local Professional clubs will be encouraged to provide hospitality and promotion of the winners at a relevant match.   

The winners from each Service Area will go forward to the National Awards in the relevant category.

To nominate someone who you feel deserves to be recognised in this way for their continued efforts, please complete the form below. You may select more than one category for one person and they will be considered for each category selected.

Unfortunately, you cannot nominate yourself!

The Service Area categories are:

• Young Volunteer of the Year supported by V (under 25 as at 1st July 2009) – they are reliable, trust-worthy and have made a valuable contribution to your club

• Volunteer of the Year – who makes an outstanding contribution to the running of the club, League, Service Area, school or any other means

• Volunteer Coordinator of the Year – person who recruits and coordinates other volunteers within the club and local community

• Coach of the Year - a coach who shown commitment to coaching and player development

Additional Awards

International Volunteer of the Year

A volunteer who has given a valuable contribution to the development of International Rugby League.   This will be selected by Kevin Rudd (Rugby League European Federation Development Officer).

In League Together Award

Award to recognise the work of an individual who has demonstrated an inclusive way of working and has engaged successfully with underrepresented individuals or groups. (Nominations will be judged by a panel of Equality and Diversity experts)

All entries must be completed and received by March 27 2009 and the Winners will be notified by post.

For further information or if you wish to be part of the scheme and which to receive the application forms please contact Helen Davies on 01484 448006 or email volunteering@rfl.uk.com