Presented by:
This award is open to Victorian officials who have demonstratedexcellence in their role as an official of their chosen sport during the 2024 year.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to be considered in this category, the nominee must:
- Be an accredited Official under the recognised National or State Sporting body
- Officiate at state, national, international level
- Nominations are open to paid and unpaid officials
Selection Criteria:
- Level of competition officiated – state, national and/or international
- Contribution to the wider officiating community within their sport - mentoring
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous training and learning
Selection Process & Voting:
For all information regarding selection and voting processes, return to the 2024 nominations information page here.
Previous Winners:
| 2024 | Cynthia Tam | Badminton |
| 2023 | Clare Taylor | Short Track Speed Skating |
| 2022 | John Roberts | Lawn Bowls |
| 2021 | Sarah Davis | Athletics |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 2019 | Susan Taylor | Badminton |
| 2018 | Jessica Haintz | Gymnastics |
| 2017 | Brad Mannix | Gymnastics |
| 2016 | Joshua Burt | Hockey |
| 2015 | Thomas Sweeney | Tennis |
| 2014 | Hakan Anaz | Football |
| 2013 | John Castles | Netball |
| 2012 | Chelsea Roffey | AFL |
| 2011 | Bill Mildenhall | Basketball |
| 2010 | Richard Lawysz | Athletics |
| 2009 | Kellie Knight | Basketball |
| 2008 | Michael Aylen | Basketball |
| 2007 | Judith Barnsby | Hockey |
| 2006 | Barbara Morgan | Life Saving |