Club Support
VAFA’s monthly recognition awards are back for 2026, continuing to celebrate the outstanding efforts and contributions across our community. These awards highlight the coaches and volunteers who go above and beyond to make a positive impact both on and off the field. Each month, we’ll recognise those who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and commitment to the VAFA values.
Clubs are encouraged to nominate deserving members and share their stories. This is a great opportunity to acknowledge the hard work that often goes unnoticed and to showcase the people who help drive our competition forward in a meaningful way.
To nominate, please click the below links
Nomination Form – The PASS Volunteer of the Month
Nominate Form – Carruthers Executive Community Coach of the Month
| Month | Carruthers Executive Community Coach of the Month Winner | The PASS Volunteer of the Month Winner |
| May | Adam Lagerewskij (Masala FC) | Tony Higgins (Old Yarra Cobras FC) |
| June | John Parker (Old Scotch) | Seamus Lyons (Therry Penola) |
| July | Cooper Rule (Caulfield Grammarians) | Evan Lloyd (West Brunswick) |
| August | Jess Welford (Parkdale Vultures) | Dean Lovig (Hampton Rovers) |
2025 Community Yearly Award Winners
| Carruthers Executive Coach of the Year (Men’s Teams) | Brendan Dunne (Old Peninsula) |
| Carruthers Executive Coach of the Year (Women’s Teams) | Samantha Greene (La Trobe Uni) |
| The PASS Volunteer of the Year | Paul Taylor (Prahran) |
| Victor Sports Trainer of the Year | Alexandra Mitris (Old Ivanhoe) |
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