Sports Awards
The 2018 City of Greater Dandenong (CGD) Sports Awards are now open. These awards celebrate the many amazing achievements made and the wonderful support provided by dedicated volunteers that enable everyone the opportunity to play sport socially or competitively across Greater Dandenong.
If you have a player or coach, team or club, volunteer or special project or an achievement made by a club that you think deserves recognition for their efforts, why not submit an application?
To submit a nomination, please refer to the Sports Awards Guidelines.
Applications open Monday 6 August. Nominations close Friday 31 August
For more information, please contact Candice McCarthy, Sport and Recreation Development Officer on 8571 1000 or recreation@cgd.vic.gov.au
Click here to see past Sports Awards winners
How to apply:
Submit an application form by one of the following options:
Apply online:
Apply offline:
Download an application form and submit via one of the options below.
In person at a customer service centre:
- Dandenong: 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong
- Springvale: 397-405 Springvale Road, Springvale
- Parkmore: Shop A7, Parkmore Shopping Centre, Cheltenham Road, Keysborough
- Noble Park: Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-32 Buckley Street, Noble Park (no cash payments)
Email: recreation@cgd.vic.gov.au
Fax: (03) 8571 5196
For more information, please contact Candice McCarthy, Sport and Recreation Development Officer on 8571 1000 or recreation@cgd.vic.gov.au
Click here to see past Sports Awards winners
2018 Awards Categories
Club of the Year
A club which has shown excellence on and off the field, actively fostered participation opportunities for all residents through innovative practices and provided enjoyment at all levels of sport.
Coach of the Year
A coach who has inspired players, its community, instilled fair play and made the sport more welcoming and inclusive.
Masters – Over 35s award
A person who has shown excellence in performance and inspired others, displayed excellent sportsmanship and has given back to the community. This nominee must be aged 35 or over.
Team of the Year
A team that has achieved success and improved on previous seasons, demonstrated fair play and provided participants with a positive experience.
Volunteer of the Year
A volunteer who has contributed to the running of a sports club and provided invaluable time, support and guidance along the way.
Positive Community Engagement Award
Recognises sporting programs or initiatives which have made a positive impact within the community through demonstrated commitment to encouraging participation for all. Such examples may include an activity aimed at increasing female participation or hosting a wheelchair sports open day at your club.
City of Greater Dandenong Sports Achievement Award
Recognises excellence and dedication achieved by an individual through demonstrated integrity and community focused partnerships. An individual who has advocated for access, equality and/or inclusive participation and programs for all in the community.
City of Greater Dandenong Sportsperson of the Year Award
The individual recognised as being the most outstanding athlete across CGD for the past 12 months-male, female, junior or over 35s.
Male Athlete of the Year
A person who has shown excellence in performance and inspired others, displayed excellent sportsmanship and has given back to the community. Athletes include all abilities and able bodied individuals.
Female Athlete of the Year
A person who has shown excellence in performance and inspired others, displayed excellent sportsmanship and has given back to the community. Athletes include all abilities and able bodied individuals.
Junior Athlete of the Year
A person aged 18 or under who has shown excellence in performance and inspired others, displayed excellent sportsmanship and has given back to the community. Athletes include those from all abilities and able bodied individuals.
