4.1.7. Athlete of the Year

Award Summary

An athlete aged 15 or older who has achieved sporting excellence in Open Aged Competition.

Nomination Process

Complete the ONLINE LINK and answer the questions below (with each answer no more than 400 words).

1. Has the athlete competed in any representative teams (including international competition) during the 23/24 season? If so, please list the team and how they contributed to the success of the team?
2. List the competition results achieved by the athlete in the 23/24 season at championship carnivals or major surf sports events?
3. In the 23/24 season how is the athlete a positive role model, a good sportsperson and/or an ambassador for Surf Life Saving? How do they contribute to broader lifesaving activities and engage with other members (including juniors or mentoring)?
4. Does the athlete hold any coaching and/or officiating qualifications?
   

Rule

A youth aged competitor (i.e., aged 15 to 18 years as at 30 September in a 2023/24 season) may be nominated for both the Athlete of the Year and Youth Athlete of the Year. However, only results achieved in Open Age Events and Open Age Team representation are considered for Athlete of the Year Award.