Perpetual Awards Criteria

Awarded to an individual or family who has made an outstanding contribution to Westside Panthers through leadership, service, commitment and a willingness to go above and beyond.

Consideration will be given to individuals or families who:

• Make a significant contribution to the Club beyond their normal role or involvement.

• Demonstrate leadership and initiative.

• Consistently give their time and support to the Club.

• Support players, teams, coaches, volunteers and members.

• Contribute to a positive, welcoming and inclusive Club culture.

• Take responsibility and show initiative when the Club needs support.

• Demonstrate the values and spirit of Westside Panthers.

• Make a meaningful and lasting difference to the Club.

• Go above and beyond what would normally be expected of their role or involvement.

Eligibility: Open to any individual who has made a significant contribution to Westside Panthers during the season. The award may be presented to an individual or, where appropriate, a family whose collective contribution has made a significant impact on the Club.

Awarded to an individual or Family who consistently supports Westside Panthers, its players and teams and contributes to the Club beyond their normal involvement.

Consideration will be given to individuals who:

• Regularly support teams and players.

• Volunteer their time to assist the Club.

• Contribute to Club events and activities.

• Promote and positively represent Westside Panthers.

• Support coaches, players and volunteers.

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong Club spirit.

• Willingly lend a hand wherever needed.

• Make a contribution beyond what would normally be expected.

Eligibility: Open to any individual who has contributed to Westside Panthers during the season. This award may be presented to a player, parent, family member, volunteer, supporter or other member of the Club community.

Awarded to a coach who makes a significant contribution to the development, experience and enjoyment of their players, while positively contributing to Westside Panthers.

To be eligible for Coach of the Year, the nominee should:

• Create a positive, inclusive and enjoyable environment for all players.

• Support player development and help players reach their potential.

• Encourage participation, teamwork and commitment.

• Demonstrate and promote the values of Westside Panthers, including sportsmanship and respect.

• Communicate effectively with players, parents, team officials and the Club.

• Contribute positively to team culture.

• Encourage players and families to participate in Club activities and contribute to the wider Club community.

• Demonstrate commitment and preparation throughout the season.

• Go beyond the normal expectations of the coaching role where appropriate.

Eligibility: Nominees must have been a registered coach with Westside Panthers in PlayFootball during the season.

Awarded to a team manager who makes a significant contribution to the organisation, communication and overall experience of their team and the wider Club.

To be considered for Manager of the Year, nominees should:

• Keep their team organised and ensure important information is communicated clearly and promptly.

• Support coaches, players and families throughout the season.

• Demonstrate reliability, commitment and a willingness to help.

• Assist with match-day organisation, administration and Club requirements.

• Take initiative and solve problems when they arise.

• Create a positive and welcoming environment for players and families.

• Encourage participation in Club activities and support the wider Club.

• Demonstrate the values of Westside Panthers.

• Go beyond the normal expectations of the manager role where appropriate.

Eligibility: Nominees must be a registered team manager with Westside Panthers in PlayFootball.

Awarded to the team that demonstrates an outstanding overall contribution throughout the season, both on and off the field.

Consideration will be given to:

• Team performance.

• Development and improvement.

• Team culture.

• Commitment and participation.

• Sportsmanship.

• Positive representation of Westside Panthers.

• Contribution to the wider Club.

• Support and encouragement of teammates.

Eligibility: All Westside Panthers teams that participated in an eligible competition during the season.

Awarded to the team that consistently creates a positive, supportive and inclusive environment where players encourage and support one another.

Consideration will be given to teams that:

• Encourage and support teammates.

• Welcome new and returning players.

• Create an inclusive environment.

• Demonstrate a positive attitude.

• Display good sportsmanship.

• Support coaches, officials and opponents.

• Contribute positively to Club culture.

Eligibility: All Westside Panthers teams that participated during the season.

Awarded to the team that demonstrates the strongest and most consistent performance throughout the season.

The award recognises sustained performance rather than a single result or period of success.

Eligibility: All Westside Panthers teams participating in an eligible competition during the season.

Selection: Determined using official competition results, considering:

1. Competition points earned.

2. Percentage of available points won where teams have played different numbers of matches.

3. Goal difference as a tiebreaker where required.

Awarded to the team that records the highest number of goals scored throughout the season.

The award recognises attacking performance and goal-scoring achievement based on official competition results.

Eligibility: All Westside Panthers teams participating in an eligible competition during the season.

Selection: Determined using official competition records.

Coaches' Player

Awarded to the player who makes the strongest overall contribution to their team throughout the season.

Eligibility: One recipient from each eligible Westside Panthers team.

Selection: Selected by the team's coach/coaching staff.

Fair Play Award

Awarded to the player who consistently demonstrates sportsmanship, respect, fairness and a positive attitude throughout the season.

Eligibility: One recipient from each eligible Westside Panthers team.

Selection: Selected by the team's coach/coaching staff based on the player's conduct and contribution throughout the season.

Parents' Player

Awarded to the player recognised by their team's parents/carers for their contribution, attitude and commitment throughout the season.

Eligibility: One recipient from each eligible junior team.

Selection: Selected by the players' parents/carers.

Players' Player

Awarded to the player recognised by their teammates for their contribution, commitment, teamwork and positive influence throughout the season.

Eligibility: One recipient from each eligible senior team.

Selection: Selected by the players within the team.

Awarded to a MiniRoos player who demonstrates strong development, enthusiasm, commitment, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Consideration will be given to:

• Skill and player development.

• Effort and enthusiasm.

• Attendance and commitment.

• Teamwork and encouragement.

• Sportsmanship and positive attitude.

• Enjoyment and love of the game.

• Positive contribution to the team.

Eligibility: Male and female players who participated in a MiniRoos team (U5–U11) during the season.

Awarded to a MiniRoos goalkeeper who demonstrates strong development, confidence, commitment and contribution to their team throughout the season.

Consideration will be given to:

• Goalkeeping development and ability.

• Confidence and decision-making.

• Effort and commitment.

• Communication and teamwork.

• Contribution to the team.

• Sportsmanship and positive attitude.

• Willingness to learn and develop.

Eligibility: Players who participated as a goalkeeper in a MiniRoos team aged U8–U11 during the season.

Awarded to a junior player who demonstrates strong performance, development, commitment, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Consideration will be given to:

• Football ability and performance.

• Improvement and development.

• Consistency and commitment.

• Teamwork and leadership.

• Effort and attitude.

• Sportsmanship and respect.

• Positive representation of Westside Panthers.

Eligibility: Male and female players who participated in a junior team (U12+) during the season.

Awarded to a junior goalkeeper who demonstrates strong performance, development, leadership and contribution to their team throughout the season.

Consideration will be given to:

• Goalkeeping ability and development.

• Consistency and reliability.

• Communication and leadership.

• Commitment and effort.

• Decision-making and confidence.

• Contribution to the team.

• Sportsmanship and positive attitude.

Eligibility: Players who participated as a goalkeeper in a junior team (U12+) during the season.

Awarded to a junior player who demonstrates significant potential, development and commitment and shows promise for the future of Westside Panthers.

Consideration will be given to:

• Improvement throughout the season.

• Technical and tactical development.

• Potential for future progression.

• Attitude and willingness to learn.

• Commitment and effort.

• Coachability.

• Leadership and maturity.

• Positive representation of Westside Panthers.

Eligibility: Players who participated in a junior team (U12+) during the season.

Westside Panthers recognises six senior perpetual award categories each season:

• Senior Goalkeeper of the Year

• Senior Defender of the Year

• Senior Midfielder of the Year

• Senior Attacker of the Year

• Male Senior Player of the Year

• Female Senior Player of the Year

How Senior Awards are Calculated

Senior awards are determined using the Club's 3–2–1 voting system. Following each eligible senior match, players are assessed and awarded:

• 3 points – best player

• 2 points – second-best player

• 1 point – third-best player

Votes accumulate throughout the season, with the final totals used to determine the senior perpetual awards.

The Male & Female Senior Player of the Year awards recognise the highest overall vote-getters across the eligible male and female senior competitions.

The position-based awards recognise the highest-ranked eligible player in each position.

Where a player qualifies for both a Senior Player of the Year award and a position-based award, the player will receive the Senior Player of the Year award, with the next highest eligible player receiving the relevant position award. This allows multiple players to be recognised while maintaining a consistent, merit-based process.

Ties

In the event of a tie, the player with the most 3-point votes will be ranked higher. If the players remain tied, the number of 2-point votes will be considered. If a tie still remains, the Senior Coaching team may consider additional performance and contribution information to determine the recipient.

Eligibility

Players must have participated in an eligible Westside Panthers senior team during the season.

A player's eligibility for a position-based award is based on the position in which they primarily participated during the season.

Life Membership is the highest honour awarded by Westside Panthers Football Club, recognising individuals whose contribution, commitment and service have made a lasting impact on the Club.

Life Members are recognised for exceptional service and contribution to Westside Panthers, including through leadership, volunteering, playing, coaching, administration, supporting teams and players, or helping to build the Club's culture and community.

Eligibility & Consideration

Length of involvement alone does not determine eligibility. The Committee will consider the overall significance, impact and sustained nature of a person's contribution to Westside Panthers.

Consideration may include:

• Long-term commitment and service to the Club.

• Leadership and contribution to the Club.

• Significant volunteer service.

• Support of players, teams and Club members.

• Contribution to Club culture and community.

• Service across multiple roles or areas of the Club.

• Contribution that has gone beyond normal expectations.

• The lasting impact the individual has had on Westside Panthers.

Nominations

Life Membership nominations are open to members of the Westside Panthers community.

Before submitting a nomination, we encourage you to review the Current Life Members to understand the level of contribution and service that has previously been recognised.

Nominations should provide specific examples of the nominee's contribution, commitment and impact. Consider their overall involvement with Westside Panthers, including leadership, volunteering, service to teams and players, contribution to Club culture and any contribution that has gone beyond the normal expectations of their role.

The information provided in the nomination will form the primary basis for the Committee's assessment, so detailed and specific examples are encouraged.

Nominations should be submitted through the Life Membership Nomination Form.

Committee Assessment

The Committee will assess each nomination against the nominee's overall contribution and the standard expected of a Life Member.

Any Committee member with an actual or perceived conflict of interest relating to a nomination must declare the conflict and will not participate in discussion or voting on that nomination.

Life Membership is awarded at the discretion of the Westside Panthers Committee and represents exceptional recognition of an individual's contribution and service to the Club.

For awards determined through nominations, the Westside Panthers Committee will review all eligible nominations against the published criteria for each award.

The Committee will consider:

• The quality and detail of the nomination.

• Specific examples of the nominee's contribution or achievement.

• The nominee's impact on their team, the Club or wider community.

• How closely the nominee meets the published award criteria.

• The overall contribution and circumstances of the nominee.

The number of nominations received does not determine the outcome. A nominee does not need to receive the most nominations to win an award. Awards are determined on merit based on the information available to the Committee.

Where appropriate, the Committee may seek additional information or clarification to assist with its assessment.

Conflicts of Interest

Any Committee member with an actual or perceived conflict of interest relating to a nomination must declare the conflict.

A conflicted Committee member will not participate in the discussion or voting for that award category.

Voting

Where a decision is required, the Committee will determine the recipient by vote. The Committee may use discussion and assessment against the published criteria before voting takes place.

The Committee may consider the overall distribution of awards to ensure a broad range of contributors are recognised. This will not override the requirement for each award to be determined on merit against its published criteria.

Committee decisions regarding perpetual award recipients are final.